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TEXAS LIBRARY JOURNAL Published by the TEXAS LIBRARY ASSOCIATION Membership in TLA is open to any 4 individual or institution interested in Texas libraries. 4 President’s Perspective For advertising information, contact Christina Gola Kasey Hyde, TLA Vendor & Meeting Associate at: [email protected] 6 Editor’s Letter For editorial information, contact Wendy Woodland Wendy Woodland, TLA Director, Advocacy & Communications at: [email protected] Opinions expressed in Texas Library Journal are those of the authors and 7 are not necessarily endorsed by TLA. 27 7 Update from the Governor’s Broadband Development NewsNotes Journal Staff Council 27 Editor Eddy Smith 28 Continuing Education Wendy Woodland 10 Managing in Times of Assistant Editor COVID-19 Michele Chan Santos Michele Gorman Graphic Designer Joanna King 13 A Bridge Over Troubled Times: 29 Emergency Waiver Regarding Advertising Accreditation Criteria Kasey Hyde TLA 2021 CONFERENCE Gloria Meraz 30 Featured Speakers 15 The Pathway to Sound Recovery: Three Psychological 34 Programs by Topic Phases 44 Conference Committees Erika Marcoux 45 Exhibiting Companies 18 Flower Mound Public Library Expands to Better Serve SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Community Michele Chan Santos 47 Thursday, April 22 Friday, April 23 3355 Bee Cave Road, Suite 401 21 Making Space: Leveraging 55 Austin, Texas 78746-6763 Makerspaces as Tools for 62 Saturday, April 24 Equity and Access 512.328.1518 www.txla.org Education Sessions on Mariya Ortiz 67 Demand © Texas Library Association 23 One Voice: Strengthening our Texas Library Journal (ISSN 0040-4446) TLA Library Ecosystem is published quarterly in spring, summer, Dorcas Hand AD INDEX fall, and winter by the Texas Library 1 American Library Association Association, 3355 Bee Cave Road, Technology: How Much of 25 Brodart Suite 401, Austin, Texas 78746-6763. a Priority Are We Actually 71 Follett Subscription price: to members of TLA, Making It? 43 94 cents, included in annual dues; to 66 Launch nonmembers, $25 per year for domestic, Carrie Kopacz 5 Library Interiors $30 out-of-country. Single issues: $7. 46 University of North Texas 3 UT Press

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President’s Perspective By Christina Gola

Throughout November, I publishing industry and our own cataloging standards, that enjoyed serving as a mentor continue to be barriers for diverse voices. I believe the program is a reflection of where we find ourselves in 2020 and emulates for the TALL Texans class of our tagline, Celebrate Differences, Empower Voices. 2020. Like everything else And just as importantly, it reveals the tremendous leadership this year, the TALL Texan capacity it has taken to get to this point in releasing the experience took place program. In October 2019, when we first began the program virtually. Those of you who planning process, the pandemic wasn’t in sight. We got off to are TALL Texan graduates a strong start with our tagline and goals, and we were ready to attend conference 2020. But in March the pandemic hit, may recall the concept upending our entire planning process for 2021. We grappled of a crucible leadership with the uncertainty of whether we would offer an in-person experience - an experience conference, we were challenged with developing a new in which a leader facing approach to program proofing with the loss of the in-person great adversity, steps up Annual Assembly, and we were impeded by technology issues to the challenge, leads and a process dependent on face-to-face interactions. Each time we felt we had figured out a viable path forward, a new through it, and emerges as road block popped up. But we still found a way! a stronger leader. Having attended the TALL Texan And in that process I witnessed leadership the way Institute as a participant in 2014, and as a mentor it is described in the textbooks—leaders persevering, in 2019, I have heard and reflected on this concept communicating honestly and openly, leaders expressing before. But this year, it carries new weight and optimism and empathy, leaders learning from failures and meaning, and I took the opportunity over the last course correcting - all in the pursuit of developing an amazing conference because you value the opportunity to come together few weeks to reflect on this. and collaborate. This has been a crucible leadership experience for TLA. Leaders, members, staff, processes, and everything This year, when discussing the concept of a crucible leadership about our conference will be forever changed and impacted experience, I realized that 2020 has probably required all of positively, allowing us to find new opportunities and grow as an us to face a crucible moment at some point. And I recognized organization, and as a profession. that I have personally observed numerous leaders across TLA As you browse the TLA 2021 program, I hope that you will lead us through crucible moments throughout the year. These not only revel in excitement about the content and register leaders, and the association, have emerged stronger and more for conference, but also take a moment to think about any resilient. There is no greater expression of this than the work crucible moments that this year has brought you, and reflect and leadership that has been required to develop the 2021 TLA in solidarity with those who have worked hard to bring this Annual Conference, bringing us to the milestone of releasing program to you. the program in this issue of the Texas Library Journal. And also, please share in a moment of gratitude for all As I reflect on all the effort that went into producing this those who have helped make the 2021 conference program program, I am honestly left in awe, and have increased my possible. Special thanks goes to the 2021 Program Committee appreciation for, and understanding of, what librarians, TLA and TLA staff for their resilience and commitment, and for members, and TLA staff are capable of. This program is a unit leaders and chairs for their contributions, patience, and symbol of leadership, fortitude, and unwavering commitment numerous expressions of support and empathy. Thank you to our communities and values. for helping to bring it all together, and for giving us something You can see this in the content of the program. It reveals our extremely exciting to look forward to. Thanks to you, we have innovation and resiliency in dealing with the pandemic and emerged stronger, together, because of this crucible leadership meeting patron needs in the face of adversity, our optimism for experience. building on what we have learned, and our belief that we are essential to the well-being of our society. It also recognizes our country’s continued struggles with social injustice and the need to continue to engage in difficult conversations about race and oppression, and forge new relationships and build bridges. It reflects the hard work that Christina H. Gola many of you are doing to challenge the structures, such as the [email protected]

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... THE 87TH TEXAS LEGISLATURE CONVENES JANUARY 12. submitted the agency’s Legislative Appropriations Request Buckle in, the next session of the Texas Legislature starts mere (LAR) in October. The total budget request is $74.7 million in all days from now. It promises to be a memorable session, as the funds ($33.5 million in state General Revenue funds, and the Legislature grapples with how to meet during a pandemic and remaining from federal funds and fees.) tackles redistricting. In addition to the operating budget request, the agency included three exceptional item requests: NEW YEAR, NEW SPEAKER • $1.4 million for architectural and engineering designs and More than 10 million Texans, 66% of the 17 million registered plans to expand the State Records Center. voters, cast ballots in the 2020 general election. Despite the • $3.75 million for the Texans Need Strong Libraries impressive turnout, there was not a major shift in the makeup initiative to enhance quality library services across the of the Texas Legislature, with Republicans maintaining state. majorities in both houses. • $250,000 to increase digital access to primary resources. Rep. Dade Phelan (R- Orange), has received enough pledges • $25.2 million to complete construction on the expansion of from members to ensure his election as the new Speaker of the the State Records Center. House. The TLA Legislative Committee voted to support TSLAC’s CONDUCTING THE SESSION DURING A PANDEMIC budget request, including all exceptional items, with priority Like all other organizations, the Texas Legislature has been given to the Texas Needs Strong Libraries initiative. grappling with how to conduct business effectively and safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rules and procedures will TLA’S LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES The Texas Library Association’s legislative vision is to empower be debated in the House and Senate once the Legislature Texas libraries to build essential community infrastructure by convenes. We do have some limited information on what focusing our efforts on the following areas: procedures might be considered: Access • Committees may meet every other week instead of weekly. • Support recommendations from the Governor’s Broadband • New technology may allow members to vote from their Development Council to create a state broadband plan; and Capitol offices. establish a state broadband office. • Virtual testimony before committees is likely, but logistics • Support TSLAC’s budget and exceptional item request to (open to public or just invited, or a mix of public and support increased digital inclusion and access. invited, etc..) are still being discussed. Economic Development • No association or county Legislative Days at the Capitol. • Support TSLAC’s exceptional item request to support • Limited access to the Capitol for meetings with legislative initiatives including digital literacy, entrepreneurship, offices. small-business development, STEM learning, and • No decision on requiring masks, temperature checks or workforce training programs in libraries. testing at this point. Education In addition to whatever protocols the House and Senate • Support access to affordable e-resources for work and put in place, each member has jurisdiction over their office- study (TexQuest and TexShare). specific guidelines. • Support funding for grants to develop Open Educational REDISTRICTING Resources (OER). This is the year that lawmakers will establish new boundaries • Support funding to support the use and development for all of Texas’ Congressional, legislative and State Board of of OERTX, Texas’ digital repository of open educational Education districts based on the 2020 Census. This promises resources (OER) for Texas students and educational to be a contentious and complicated process. Early predictions institutions. are that there will be a Special Session to tackle redistricting. TLA will closely monitor all legislative proposals in these BUDGET areas and will actively advocate in favor of those which would The 87th Texas Legislature is constitutionally required to pass a positively impact libraries, and strongly oppose those that balanced 2022-2023 biennial budget. Lawmakers are expected would have a negative impact. to face a multibillion-dollar shortfall due to the pandemic and Your support and participation during what promises to be a the resulting economic downturn. The Texas Comptroller is very challenging Legislative Session will be critically important. expected to release the biennial revenue estimate, which tells Look for updates, calls to action, and more information on lawmakers how much they have to work with, on January 11. advocating for libraries in this pandemic soon! And please join us Tuesday, January 19 for our first TLA TALKS of 2021, which TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES BUDGET will address these and other issues. The Texas State Library & Archives Commission (TSLAC)

Texas Library Association | 6 Update from the Governor’s Broadband Development Council

By Eddy Smith

IN 2019, THE TEXAS LEGISLATURE The Council was preparing for our what librarians have known for years: PASSED HB 1960, creating the first meeting when the COVID-19 broadband internet access is essential. Governor’s Broadband Development pandemic began impacting Texas in For education. For public health. For Council, composed of various March. It would be an understatement economic development (and recovery). constituency representatives. In to say the pandemic accelerated the For businesses. For nonprofits and January 2020, Governor Greg Abbott need for statewide broadband access. other community-based agencies like announced his appointees to the Broadband access became a crucial churches and other faith organizations. Council. I have the honor of serving as agenda item as everyone, including For government and law enforcement. the representative for the Texas Library the Council itself, pivoted to working, For large, urban cities. For small, Association. The Council, established learning, and connecting online. rural communities. In a time when for the next 10 years, is charged with Suddenly, the idea of broadband we are more and more divided and researching the progress of broadband internet access as an essential service disconnected, universal broadband internet development in Texas seemed less of a luxury and more of a access might be the one issue upon especially in unserved areas, identifying necessity. which we can all agree. barriers to broadband deployment Librarians, of course, have considered Broadband is our generation’s in those areas, studying technology- broadband internet access an essential equivalent of Texas’ farm-to-market neutral solutions to overcome those service for decades. Most of our services roads, serving as a foundational barriers, and analyzing how statewide would be crippled without high-speed infrastructure to drive economic growth access to broadband would benefit access to resources and information. and production for decades. And like economic development, educational But the pandemic brought the issue the farm-to-market infrastructure, opportunities, law enforcement, state into sharp focus for virtually (pun broadband infrastructure is an emergency preparedness, and health intended) every other constituency investment in our future. For families, care. group. And everyone began to realize businesses and communities, 2020

7 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 has proven that the investment also mean internet service can be deployed chain, as modeled by hotspot lending has immediate benefits when the cost-effectively. This leads to barriers programs and other efforts through infrastructure is in place and access to for service adoption by residents, which libraries serve as a short-term broadband is reliable and affordable. institutions, and businesses, usually provider of equipment to the public. The work of the Broadband Council because of the cost. Obviously, lower- progressed throughout the year income populations tend to have lower THE BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT (through online meetings, of course) adoption rates than higher income COUNCIL’S RECOMMENDATIONS exploring the complex benefits and populations. But there are many After researching and working barriers of deploying broadband across barriers to broadband adoption beyond throughout 2020, the Council the state. And in Texas, these barriers cost, such as lack of digital literacy by recognized that the solutions to the are complex indeed, especially in the users or relevance to the consumer. broadband development complexities more rural areas of the state where vast As librarians, we know that access to in Texas are likely to be found in geography and smaller populations and adoption of broadband and related comprehensive and well-coordinated create disincentives for internet service technology can vastly improve the efforts in public administration, providers to be able to offer affordable well-being of a community through a involving many constituency groups, service when the investment cost for complex interaction across community government agencies, and private infrastructure deployment is so high. sectors like health care, government, entities. Holistic responses will take In these discussions, the core barriers education, libraries, residents, time and investment to develop. to universal broadband service clearly businesses, places of worship, and The Council acknowledges that emerged. community service organizations. But previous broadband development those benefits are only realized when efforts in Texas were limited to ACCESS, ADOPTION, AND USE specific industries (such as education, When examining the idea of broadband government, or health care). While development, we must start with these efforts were beneficial in assisting the basic question: Is access to Council recommendations those specific industries, they were not service available in any given region? widely coordinated to avoid duplication Broadband access refers to the to the Texas Legislature: of effort and maximize the availability infrastructure that enables a high- 1. Create a state and access for all constituencies. speed internet connection. Broadband Previous initiatives have tended to is defined by the FCC as a minimum broadband plan focus on a single approach (such as internet speed of 25Mb download Telecommunications Infrastructure with 3Mb upload capacity. This 25/3 2. Establish a state Loans or reducing rates for subscription access can be delivered through several broadband office via federal programs like E-Rate for technologies (via wired connections like schools and libraries). While each of fiber or coax cable, or wirelessly using these initiatives has been successful mobile or fixed receivers, satellite, etc.). in its own way to varying degrees, So in any given area, there must be some the technology is used purposefully. they have collectively lacked a holistic kind of service provision that delivers And so broadband use becomes the approach to address the spectrum of reliable 25/3 capacity. last piece in a chain that begins with broadband barriers across the state. When access to broadband is infrastructure and access and ends with Toward this end, the Council’s available, adoption becomes the people’s lives being positively impacted 2020 report included the following next concern. Just because the through digital literacy and digital recommendations to the Texas infrastructure is in place, doesn’t inclusiveness. Legislature for action: There is a prevalent (and naive) 1. Create a state broadband plan; and idea that if we could just run cable 2. Establish a state broadband office. everywhere (or connect everyone Other states that have successfully MB wirelessly) we could have universal created statewide broadband broadband access. But unlike “Field of development plans have offices run by Dreams,” building that infrastructure state staff dedicated to that purpose, does not necessitate that people providing leadership, coordination, and DOWNLOAD will come to it. The solution needs responsiveness to broadband issues. It 25 to be a bit more nuanced and more is clear Texas would benefit if such an comprehensive. And libraries can play office were created here. The best way MB a crucial role in it, especially regarding to leverage all the benefits of the various adoption and use, which can be state and federal broadband initiatives strengthened through digital literacy is to have a central team in Austin that training. Libraries can even be critical can holistically coordinate those efforts links in the infrastructure access between the various state and federal 3UPLOAD agencies involved. This office would be

Texas Library Association | 8 best positioned to manage stakeholder engagement, develop policy frameworks that will drive broadband capacity building, and provide program evaluation of the various statewide RESOURCES initiatives. The Council also believes the broadband landscape in Texas 2020 Report of the Governor’s Broadband would benefit from continued study of the development of a Development Council state funding program to incentivize deployment in unserved areas, similar to the Texas Universal Service Fund which Broadband in Texas: A Briefing Prepared provides funds for telephone service to rural and low-income for the Governor’s Broadband Development areas. So that was recommended to the legislature as well. Council

MORE TO DO TEA Operation Connectivity It is my honor to continue serving our professional community A partnership between Governor Greg as a member of the Broadband Development Council as Abbott, the Dallas Independent School our work continues into 2021. It is likely that the upcoming District, and the Texas Education Agency to legislative session will be dominated by economic challenges connect all of Texas’s 5.5 million public school and public health issues in response to the pandemic. But students with a device and reliable internet I have no doubt broadband access, adoption, and use for all connection. They have done impressive work Texans will continue to be the engine for economic growth our to mobilize and address the connectivity gaps legislators desire and our citizens deserve. for remote learning during the pandemic. Eddy Smith is the Executive Director of the Abilene Library Consortium and was appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott to the Broadband Development Texas Free Wifi Maps Council as a representative of TLA. A joint project of the Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Texas Legal Services Center – TexasLawHelp.org and Texas State Library and Archives Commission that marks available, free wifi internet access across Texas using interactive maps. This is a fantastic effort that benefits everyone in Texas.

Connected Nation, Texas An independent, public & private initiative working to ensure that all Texans can experience the benefits of broadband. Their site is rich with broadband resources including interactive maps for broadband coverage and adoption in Texas.

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9 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 MANAGINGMANAGING ININ TIMESTIMES OFOF COVID-19COVID-19 By Michele Gorman In 2019 the Fort Worth Public Library launched a robust and innovative strategic plan, extended hours at all locations, and eliminated fines. In February 2020, we unveiled a comprehensive new facility master plan to guide the library’s development over the next ten years. A month later, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and in a matter of days, everything changed.

When the mayor of Fort Worth issued a stay at home order in late March, we shut down the library and sent everyone home. My new youth services manager had started three days before, and I sent him home to build a new department from the ground up without having met his team or learned much about the library’s culture or plans for the future. Library administration was still coming in to work, but there were a million questions and very few answers. The most pressing problem was how to continue serving the public when so much of what we offer our customers happens face-to-face. The next was how to keep hundreds of staff safe and employed amidst a raging global pandemic. Within weeks we formulated a plan to get everyone back to work safely. We immediately launched virtual programming with an understanding that we were not going to try to recreate the in-person experience; we were going to come up with

Texas Library Association | 10 something truly innovative to meet our community’s needs during quarantine and beyond. While staff worked on special projects from home, library administration and a core group of frontline staff were making plans, purchasing PPE, drafting new protocols, and modifying our spaces for a brave new socially distanced world. We successfully rolled out curbside delivery at five locations in May. By the end of June, we had implemented curbside at all of our libraries and began offering limited in-person services, including in-person check-out, browsing, and computer access, at more than half of our locations. So how did the Fort Worth Public Library pivot so quickly? We aligned our decision making with our fundamental leadership values: • Utilize reputable information, expert opinions, and the library’s core values; • Communicate with radical transparency; and • Empower staff to lead.

BASE DECISIONS ON REPUTABLE INFORMATION, EXPERT OPINIONS, AND THE LIBRARY’S CORE VALUES Like so many libraries around the country, when COVID-19 hit in March, we faced hundreds of questions and had very few definitive answers. We were making decisions using emergency plans intended for a fire or flood, not a pandemic. What modifications were necessary to meet demand safely? What services could we alter, and what did we need to shelve for the sake of safety? What facility modifications were optional, and which ones were mandatory? What did the staff need to return to work, and could we provide it safely and promptly? One of the first things we did was ensure we knew and understood the legal and procedural entities that governed the options available. We mainly needed to understand how FMLA, ADA, and the Families First COVID Response Act impacted our staff and any limitations to public service decreed by our city, county, or state. Second, we utilized current scientific research to inform our decisions regarding quarantining materials, screening procedures, and facility modifications. Third, we recognized the value of staff experience, knowledge, and perspective, particularly for decisions regarding staffing and local community needs. Finally, equipped with relevant and reliable information from sources of authority, we grounded all decisions in the core values of the library: customer-focused, community-driven, curious and creative, inclusive and accessible, and trustworthy and accountable. This crisis did not change our values, but it did change some of the ways we approach them. Being customer-focused and community-driven is as much about safety as it is about services in a pandemic. We reviewed every procedure through this new safety lens, and we’ve approached many of our core services differently as a result. Programming is the most remarkable example of staff learning how to tap into their curiosity and creativity in a new way – modifying existing programs such as language classes, craft programs, book clubs, and business workshops, and launching brand new programs including a children’s variety show, music concerts, interactive STEM learning experiences, and more. Inclusivity and accessibility were drivers in our decision to open libraries with computer and internet access rather than offer access to books and virtual programming. Ultimately, we used our organizational values as a litmus test for decision-making. Does a particular decision or policy reflect our priorities and advance our mission? Does it create or remove barriers to our success? By making meaningful decisions using the best information available, we developed policies and procedures that were fair, consistent, and in our stakeholders’ best interest, including staff.

COMMUNICATE WITH RADICAL TRANSPARENCY In any situation, communication is important. In a pandemic, it’s essential. We recognized quickly that the best plan for pandemic communication was early and often, and we aimed to be intentional and radically transparent in our messaging.

11 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 We increased our regular meetings with managers from monthly to weekly and quickly made the change from in-person to virtual, with a continued focus on sharing information, gathering feedback, and answering questions. Management participation helped us keep multiple perspectives in mind as we continually shifted plans and evolved services. Additionally, we sought individual staff feedback through formal surveys and followed up with one-on-one meetings as needed. We knew it was important to keep the flow of communication multi- directional and remain accessible to our staff. Throughout this ordeal, our leadership team members have worked hard to communicate candidly, striving for honesty with optimism at all times. Knowing that staff tended to fill in communication gaps with their knowledge, beliefs, and anxieties, we made sure to practice radical transparency. The leadership team acknowledged what we did not know, and we deliberately chose to show our vulnerability and concerns as caregivers and spouses—as human beings in a pandemic. We then modeled a healthy focus on what we did know and could control. We also clarified core messages with managers beforehand and conveyed these messages to all staff in three ways. We aimed to minimize communication gaps and information overload.

EMPOWER STAFF TO LEAD Over the past few years, we have worked hard to build a culture where staff felt included, seen, and heard. We have invested in relationship building with our management team, and we have worked hard to build a people-first organization where managers are trusted advisors and local decision-makers. Before the pandemic, we invested in team building and leadership development, and we focused on teaching our leaders how to manage through significant organizational change. When the pandemic struck, this pre-crisis work served as our foundation for incorporating system leaders into the decision-making process. And our staff stepped up, impressing us each step of the way with their flexibility, resourcefulness, and positivity.

NEVER WASTE A CRISIS It has been nine months since the mayor issued the stay at home order for Fort Worth, and I sent my new youth services manager home to rebuild his department. During this time, his team’s work has been truly indicative of the adage “necessity is the mother of invention.” They didn’t attempt to recreate what we were doing in our libraries before the mayor’s order. They took the opportunity to think about the library’s role, community need, and the best ways to provide meaningful and engaging experiences for our young customers and their parents and caregivers. Similarly, our management team has taken this opportunity to review what we do well and assess what we can do better. The popularity of curbside delivery means it’s likely here to stay. We now know from experience that there is a place for virtual programming, and for some programs and classes, it’s a preferable format. Our Stay at Home Book Club is flourishing with almost 500 members, and our new and exceptionally creative children’s variety program, the “Learn. Dream. Do. Show”, is reaching a new generation of library users. Like any grand disruptor, COVID-19 has changed just about every facet of how we do our jobs, from getting books in people’s hands to engaging young learners. What this virus has not changed is that we are a people-oriented profession. We serve the community, and COVID-19 has shown us we can do this in many ways beyond the traditional in-person service model. These are challenging times, but we have embraced the positive outcomes. This year has proven a powerful opportunity for self-reflection and growth. The unanticipated circumstances of 2020 enabled us to improve upon our already robust plan from 2019 in ways we could never have imagined. Our staff are stronger, more flexible, and surer of themselves than ever before, and they are the ones who have made it possible for the Fort Worth Public Library to not only survive but to thrive in these times of COVID-19.

Michele Gorman is the Assistant Director, Public Services at Fort Worth Public Library.

Texas Library Association | 12 A Bridge Over Troubled Times EMERGENCY WAIVER REGARDING ACCREDITATION CRITERIA

By Gloria Meraz

THE TEXAS STATE LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES COMMISSION has adopted a strategy to assist libraries through this difficult time and provide assurance to library directors and staff that the Commission will offer a mechanism to prevent libraries from losing their accreditation status due to circumstances beyond their control. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused months of significant disruptions in library service and operations which is the basis for annual state Commission adopted an emergency throughout the state. Local responses accreditation. rule creating a waiver for libraries have varied widely with many public The Commission is authorized under for certain standards, including, but libraries closing their doors and limiting the Government Code, §441.127 to set not limited to, §1.74 (relating to Local or stopping normal daily operations accreditation standards for public Operating Expenditures) and §1.81 since last March. In many cases, staffing libraries. Essentially, accreditation (relating to Quantitative Standards for levels shifted, and circulation and serves the purpose of ensuring to the Accreditation of Library), particularly acquisition of materials slowed. public that libraries meet minimum the subsections pertaining to minimum While library staff adapted to these criteria for operations, enables libraries expenditures and weekly hours open for new circumstances by offering some to provide communities with access to service. services online and finding creative key state resources such as TexShare, This emergency rule is now in effect ways to distribute materials with limited and makes libraries eligible for grants and is good for 120 days and may be physical contact, many operational and special training programs. These renewed for 60 days. areas – such as the number of patrons standards are established in rule in the Due to timing required for served, circulation totals, hours of Texas Administrative Code, Title 13, Part rulemaking, the Commission operation, and local funding – may well 1, Subchapter C. determined also to adopt a more have been reduced as a result of the To prevent hardship to libraries permanent mechanism. Accordingly, current health emergency. The changes and their communities due to the the Commission took the further step in these metrics will be reflected in current emergency situation, the of posting the rule as a permanent libraries’ annual report of activities,

13 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 addition to the provisions guiding the but not limited to a pandemic or offers assurance to libraries that they accreditation process so that, in the epidemic; a natural or man-made will not necessarily lose accreditation event of another public emergency or disaster, including, but not limited to if they fail to meet an accreditation continuation of the current pandemic, a tornado, hurricane, flood, wildfire, standard due to a situation created the Commission will have a standing explosion, or chemical spill; or other by a disaster, emergency, or other mechanism to consider waiving one or extraordinary hardship which is extraordinary hardship. In these very more accreditation criteria if a library beyond the control of the library as challenging times, the Commission shows good cause related to the public determined by the agency. is committed to supporting libraries emergency. throughout the state and working to It will be important for libraries to ensure that we continue to serve the §1.87. EMERGENCY WAIVER OF submit their 2020 Annual Report in people of Texas. Now more than ever, ACCREDITATION CRITERIA. advance of the April 30 due date and to libraries are desperately needed, and One or more accreditation criteria in offer detailed explanations of the impact the Commission stands ready to help this subchapter may be waived if a of the pandemic health crisis on their libraries meet the information needs of library shows good cause for failure operations. Additional time will allow people throughout the state. to meet the criteria. For purposes of accreditation staff the opportunity to this subchapter, good cause means a work through any issues with libraries. Gloria Meraz is the Assistant State Librarian public health emergency, including, The new emergency waiver provision at the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

Texas Library Association | 14 The Pathway to Sound Recovery THREE PSYCHOLOGICAL PHASES By Erika Marcoux, MA

We all shuddered in place in reaction to the initial eruption of the worldwide pandemic. Like an explosion out of nowhere, we froze, vulnerable and unequipped. It’s an arduous struggle as we scramble, although there is a predictable path to lead us forward. By knowing these three psychological steps, you are ahead of the game in moving toward integration and restoration. I interviewed two librarians who courageously shared their stories.

15 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 EMERGENCY After the initial shock, we feel energized, focused, and even productive with a shared, clear goal. 1

After schools closed in March 2020, around Spring Break, Wenndy Pray says, “It was the mother of all curve balls. What was going to become of me as a librarian?” Pray is a school librarian. Her initial and racing thought was whether her role would still be needed, while she fretted about job security. As the pandemic continued, she couldn’t rest the entire summer, and it took months to process what was happening. Pray experienced anxiety for the first time as an adult while she was stuck at home. She felt random feelings of tightness throughout her body. She turned to exercise and cycling. At times, she felt that to scream loudly would be the only thing to release the stress. Across the board, job security for librarians is a big concern. Part-time positions weren’t being refilled, and there were few plans to fill vacancies. For Pray, the urgency to focus, adapt, and remain relevant shifted into a new role. And this new role had nothing to do with books. Not only did she don a new hat, but she bumped into two fictitious and opposing viewpoints about the capabilities of librarians. It’s believed, on the one hand, that librarians are superhuman because few others really see the behind-the-scenes work it takes to produce a successful library program. On the other hand, it’s believed that librarians can’t handle anything other than books, that they have nothing more to contribute. Library specialist Ashly Ferguson, who works at a community college, says that people don’t realize the amount of work that librarians do or the time it takes to stay constantly up to date. At many schools, new librarian roles include recording positive cases of COVID among students. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) is a federal law that protects sensitive patient health information from being disclosed. To serve every student on campus with remote learning, librarians also took on unfamiliar roles including distributing computer devices and providing technical support. Additionally, librarians were packaging and distributing syllabi, study packets, chapter reviews, microscopes, biology kits, and more. And once these items are returned, they must be cleaned thoroughly for redistribution, Ferguson explained.

REGRESSION We realize the future is uncertain; lose sense of purpose; get tired, irritable, withdrawn, and less productive. 1

It is difficult for human beings to handle uncertainty, which can cause hypervigilance and constant agitation. Once our adrenaline is depleted, we become exhausted and must retreat to rest. Ferguson notices that the unknown is causing fatigue with the staff and resistance for some operating outside of their comfort zone: “We have no idea when [the pandemic] will end.” Adjusting to the new normal is more difficult since the entire staff model changed. Pray has no librarian aide since her school district is small. She handles the entire computer device distribution and upkeep on her own. Pray recognizes that working from home causes withdrawal, and it took time to find her groove. Dedicating a place and creating a regular schedule to work helps to alleviate the distress. Ferguson says, “I don’t like working from home. I’m a social being and feel so isolated that I can’t concentrate.” Librarians can do a lot online, “But there’s a difference between customer service and customer care.” She misses making a personal connection with the student in front of her. And students are missing out on having a personal connection to the library space and its resources. “It doesn’t feel the same, I would have conversations with students and know exactly what they wanted.” The isolation is difficult for students, too, with having to adapt to online learning and not being with peers. Initially, they were in crisis and needed to speak with someone about the specifics of learning outside the classroom. Furthermore, Ferguson receives about ten student calls a day from students requesting a quiet place to study. She routinely reaches out to local public libraries to see if she can refer students there.

Texas Library Association | 16 RECOVERY We begin to reorient; revise our goals; expectations, and roles; and begin to focus on moving beyond vs. just getting by.1

The adage of letting go of what you can’t control and controlling what you can is helping Pray the most. She defines three areas to focus her attention on: self-worth, boundaries, and mutual support. It is common to experience imposter syndrome during a crisis and to forget your self-worth. This is when you feel persistent fear and doubt your skills, talents, and accomplishments. Pray says she’s channeling that fear into actively seeking out new opportunities at her school. “Even if we change our hats, we are worthy and should not be afraid of losing our jobs. There is still a role, and someone needs to fill it,” Pray said. Confidence comes from maintaining her relationship with the teachers and principal. They better understand her worth because she communicates with them regularly. The staff is also appreciative that their principal keeps them informed. Boundaries are essential in keeping the situation from feeling overwhelming and it is advisable to draw those lines. Pray is mindful and protective of how well she can do her job. “I’d rather do five things at one- hundred precent as opposed to fifteen things at seventy percent,” she says, “I’m here to help and I also know when to say no.” As a librarian, she says it’s essential to showcase what is happening in the library and the services you provide for your students and teachers. It’s also necessary to advocate for and defend your position. In contrast, with a staff of sixteen people, Ferguson says they are a “Yes Team” and can produce all that’s asked of them. She makes sure that there is an equitable distribution of work and that everyone gets the support they need. Lastly, there is no underestimating the importance of supporting one another. Ultimately, we are social beings and are interdependent on one another. Providing emotional support helps reduce stress levels and helps us not to internalize. Pray says that it’s important to be able to trust your colleagues as they can relate to your position. Try not to be fearful of judgement when you share your doubts and frustration. And know that when you provide acceptance for each other, they’ll be inclined to do the same for you. Supporting one another provides opportunities to find innovative ways to continue the library program. Ferguson meets weekly with her team online, which provides moments to receive help on projects. They are also finding creative and empowering ways to engage with students. “We started a virtual book club that includes games for the whole campus, and it’s taken off,” Ferguson said. “Everyone shares recommendations for reading, movies, and music. It’s an opportunity for the staff and students to mix in a casual environment.” Thank you to all the librarians who are filling an essential role in our community. And a special thanks to Pray and Ferguson for sharing their insights.

Erika Marcoux has a master’s degree in counseling psychology. She provides sessions online and is the author of Foundations for Living Mindfully and podcast host of Your Truth Revealed. ErikaMarcoux.com

Wenndy Pray is the librarian at B. L. Gray Junior High School, Sharyland ISD.

Ashly Ferguson is a library specialist at Tarrant County College, Northwest campus.

RESOURCE 1 Wedell-Wedellsborg, Merete. “If You Feel Like You’re Regressing, You’re Not Alone.” Blog post. Harvard Business Review. May 2020. https://hbr.org/2020/05/if-you-feel-like-youre-regressing-youre- not-alone

17 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Photo by Joshua GH, Future 360 Visual Marketing Flower Mound Public Library Expands to Better Serve Community By Michele Chan Santos

After years of planning and The library increased from 25,000 addition, the original areas of the library months of navigating through to 40,000 square feet and added a were refreshed with new flooring, new dedicated children’s story time lighting and paint. the COVID-19 pandemic, the and program area, a teen area, four Sue Ridnour, the director of library Flower Mound Public Library additional study rooms, a quiet reading services at Flower Mound Public recently completed its newly room and a second multipurpose Library, said she is especially pleased renovated, expanded space, room. A digital media lab (Creation to have a library that’s more amenable celebrating with a ribbon-cutting Lab) with new software will open in to teenagers. “We are very near one of on November 5, 2020. 2021, as will the outdoor Reading Patios the high schools. Flower Mound as a and a vending machine snack area. bedroom community doesn’t have many The improvements include increased attractions for teenagers, or places kids parking and a new family restroom. In can hang out, especially where they are

Texas Library Association | 18 not expected to spend money. We now “looking at if we needed to add a branch, time room. The needs were pretty have a fabulous design in the teen area, or whether we should tear the current consistent and stood the test of time,” it’s very front and center and beautifully building down and start over. The Ridnour said. decorated.” conclusion of that study was that the Does she have advice for other public Ridnour is also excited about the most feasible and cost-effective choice libraries considering an expansion? expanded meeting spaces, saying that was to expand the current building,” “It’s critical to do an assessment of what many local entrepreneurs and small Ridnour said. your community wants. Do not skip that business owners “just need a place to step.” And, she added, laughing, “do not hold a meeting that has reliable WiFi.” do a remodel during a pandemic if you And for the area’s many young families, can possibly avoid it.” “we have an expanded children’s area People wanted more Some minor delays from the that’s gorgeous.” pandemic were mostly due to its impact The project broke ground in May and flexible types on the supply chain, when items needed 2019. Budget for the expansion and for construction were not delivered remodel was $12.5 million. Of that of group meeting when they were anticipated, she said. amount, $10.9 million was from the Tax spaces, they wanted The library stayed open throughout Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) most of the remodel, except for three and $1.6 million from the town Capital technology support, weeks near the end of construction. Improvement Program (CIP). Before the pandemic, the library had they indicated a need WORKING WITH THE ORIGINAL an annual circulation of about 420,000, ARCHITECT or around 8,000 items per week, with for a separate story Amy Sibley, the vice president and 165,000 annual visitors. The library has director of interior design at Komatsu about 35,000 total cardholders: 25,000 time room. Architecture in Fort Worth, designed who live in the city of Flower Mound, the expanded library, a perfect choice and 10,000 from wider Denton County. since Sibley designed the original In the years following 2012, patrons Flower Mound Public Library building IDENTIFYING COMMUNITY NEEDS and residents were asked through in 1997. Planning for the library expansion various methods what they wanted in The biggest difference between began in 2012, when Ridnour’s a library. “People wanted more and 1997 and now was the incorporation predecessor, Sue Compton, flexible types of group meeting spaces, of technology – in the original design, commissioned a needs assessment they wanted technology support, they “computers and technology were on the study. At that point, Flower Mound was indicated a need for a separate story horizon but not ingrained,” Sibley said,

19 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 whereas today, WiFi and internet access are essential to modern life and a large reason that people come to the library. Adding the digital media lab, complete with a green screen for aspiring filmmakers to use, helps address technology needs. The remodel adds on to two sides of the building and takes advantage of attractive views of the nearby park. In addition to the outdoor patio areas, there is a large outdoor play area for children. The original style of the building is what Sibley calls “Texas prairie style,” utilizing brick and stone. “We used a lot of the same construction materials. It’s still a Texas prairie style, but more modern and updated, more of an elegant approach,” Sibley said. Sibley explained, “We look at libraries as an extension of your home. We want nice comfortable chairs, encouraging people to sit and read, spend time with their kids. It’s more of a community center, about gathering and interaction.” Both Ridnour and Sibley look forward to this new, expanded library serving the residents of Flower Mound and Denton County for many years to come. Celebrating Flower Mound Public Library’s reopening coincided with the 35th anniversary of the day the library first opened its doors on November 19, 1985. “The library looks fantastic,” patron Jennifer Stephens posted after the library’s re-opening. “Kudos to all involved in the restoration and expansion.”

Michele Chan Santos is the marketing specialist at the Texas Library Association and assistant editor of the Texas Library Journal.

Clockwise from far left: Children’s program room; teen lounge area; fireplace reading area; main desk. All photos by Joshua GH, Future 360 Visual Marketing

Texas Library Association | 20 MAKING SPACE LEVERAGING MAKERSPACES AS TOOLS FOR EQUITY AND ACCESS By Mariya Ortiz

MORE THAN A DECADE AGO, Because of my parents’ commitment LIBRARIES BEGAN TO EMBRACE to ensuring access to our dreams, they MAKER CULTURE. Makerspaces align sacrificed. Neither of my parents graduated with the library’s mission to create an from high school, but they helped with educated and informed citizenry driven homework nightly - learning alongside by goals of engagement, autonomy, and us. Both eventually earned GEDs, became authentic purpose and products (Fleming certified EMTs, and my mom became a 2015). In Makerspaces, the Makers nurse. My parents, two dropouts, raised drive the learning, and librarians act as two college graduates. Our family story facilitators and thinking partners. For me, is the power of Makerspaces in action Makerspaces are also about creating access because libraries afforded us access to turn and equity. Makerspaces are opportunities dreams into reality. for kids to be a “have” instead of a “have- As the librarian at Judson High School, not.” Mine is a deeply personal view My dad posing in his new uniform I facilitate an actively utilized LaunchPad of Makerspaces shaped by my own after passing the firefighter’s exam Makerspace. When I interviewed for the experience as an at-risk student. (Schertz, 1985) librarian position at JHS, interviewers Although my family was poor, libraries asked what I saw as the library’s function and loving parents made us feel rich. My parents turned our and future. I described a space where students like I was - rich lack of supplies for special projects into family adventures. Why in dreams and family but living in poverty - would have access buy a posterboard when we could fashion something original to supplies and tools and a welcoming library staff dedicated from taped-together cereal boxes covered with Butter Krust to their success. What we mostly offer via our Makerspace is book covers? community.

21 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 In a school of 2700+ students, it was easy to be lost. The JHS colored pencils and pages from coloring books to give students Rocket Library offered those drowning in a sea of isolation and staff another way to relax. When the LaunchBags supplies friendly shores: a puzzle table during lunch to sit and work are returned, they get quarantined for seven days and sanitized with others, a stash of board games from the Makerspace before the next use. because sometimes the most important thing you can make Because of restrictions on face-to-face Maker activities, we is a friend. And, of course, lots of opportunities to create with have promoted monthly TakerSpace Challenges. In October, special Maker events or self-sponsored Maker-time. we distributed white cotton face masks with a challenge to In February 2020, access to the design a literary-themed mask. Remote- Makerspace and facilitative support from learning students could email requests the librarian helped one of our groups for TakerSpace kits and arrange for a advance to the state level in their area pickup, just like they do with print library Family, Career and Community Leaders materials. of America (FCCLA) competition. The When moving from in-person day before they were set to leave for Makerspace to TakerSpace, every competition, Jada Brown and Tianna librarian will have to decide for Rome showed up with a trifold board and themselves how much they can do. I asked if they could use the LaunchPad to encourage librarians to start small by finish their competition project. I showed creating a plan for acquiring supplies the group how to utilize some tools to for lending and how supplies will be make their project really pop. The next circulated and sanitized. day, these young women presented at With limited budgets, we’ve also had the regional competition, becoming the to consider alternative funding sources only group from Judson to qualify for for supplies. We’ve had success with state competition. Later, their sponsors DonorsChoose and GoFundMe projects in brought the entire class to the library the past, but I also encourage librarians where Jada and Tianna demonstrated Jada Brown (left) and Tianna Rome to source their local communities for (right) celebrate advancing to state the tools they used for their project and crowdfunding. For example, I keep a FCCLA competition with a little help spoke about how the library staff and from the JHS Library LaunchPad public Amazon Wishlist filled with items the LaunchPad helped them to create a Makerspace. (February 2020) to send when my positive social media project that stood out from their fellow posts have my Facebook friends reaching competitors. out to learn how they can support the When COVID-19 caused the nation-wide work we do at the library. school closures, Judson ISD librarians Although the “how” of makerspace met via Zoom to discuss libraries and the has changed and evolved with the latest remote instructional model. Throughout information about the virus, our library’s the spring semester and into the summer, commitment to provide users with JISD librarians hosted virtual story times, creative outlets is more essential than book clubs for every age level, Zoom yoga, ever. Our JHS students and their families and Maker sessions. As the new school have felt the effects of poverty even more year approached, JISD librarians began to with increased unemployment due to make return-to-campus learning plans. COVID-19 restrictions and closures. For the Judson HS Library, this meant Now, more than ever, Makerspaces are that we would have to decide how to about making space for students who provide students Maker opportunities in don’t have equity of access to resources Tessa Foster, JHS CTE teacher, a safe way. or creative outlets. The best thing that reminds us that “Reading gives us Knowing the district’s restriction someplace to go when we have to librarians can do is make a difference on shared materials, I first purchased stay put.” (October 2020) for students by helping them connect supplies to create individual Ziploc bags to themselves, their families, and their for in-person Makerspace sessions (when Maker community through their libraries. they would be allowed) and for at-home circulation - using Mariya Ortiz is the librarian at Judson High School in Judson ISD. barcodes and temporary Follett Destiny records to track lending. Now, students can request a LaunchBag of standard REFERENCE art supplies (scissors, glue stick, markers, pencils, colored Fleming, Laura. pencils, ruler, and crayons), paper (colored paper, construction Worlds of Making: Best Practices for Establishing a . Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin, a SAGE paper, scrapbooking paper etc.), and posterboard to make Makerspace for Your School projects for their classes or for themselves. We also offer Company, 2015.

Texas Library Association | 22 One Voice STRENGTHENING OUR TLA LIBRARY ECOSYSTEM

By Dorcas Hand

IT IS TOO EASY to get completely involved in our own piece of ecosystem effort in play. the library pie, our silo, whether we are serving a K-12 school The One Voice Continuum offers this definition: population, a public library, a community college or university, a genealogy or archival library, or a corporate setting. All of our “A library ecosystem is the interconnected network of all siloed skills are important to our patrons every day – but with types of libraries, library workers, volunteers, trustees, collaboration across library types, our skills serve every patron friends, foundations, and associations that provide and throughout life. The structure of the Texas Library Association facilitate library services—for communities; K–20 learners; (TLA) demonstrates the existence of a Texas Library Ecosystem. college and university communities; local, state and federal All of us who are members have the bond of the same library legislatures and government offices; businesses; nonprofits; science degree or certification training even though we work in and other organizations with specific information needs. different kinds of libraries with an even bigger variety of sub- A patron of one library is the potential patron of any specialties. That is One Voice in action. other library at a different time of life or in a different I began to learn about advocacy here in Texas with TLA, but location. No library exists independent of the library much of my experience leading advocacy efforts has come at ecosystem and, when we stand together in mutual support the national level and at the local Houston level. That exposure using common messaging themes that demonstrate this led me to an interesting opportunity. In Winter 2018, I was interconnectedness, every library is stronger.” asked to chair an American Library Association (ALA) Task One Voice envisions reaching these audiences together: Force to develop an Ecosystem Toolkit. The task force was “This ecosystem effort is intended to build internal overseen by the ALA Committee on Library Advocacy (COLA), relationships among all types of libraries and their a group that serves some of the same functions as the TLA leadership/professional organizations for the purpose Legislative/Advocacy Committee. The task force developed of strengthening advocacy to a broad range of audiences a toolkit that we hope is useful to state and regional library including: federal—Congress, regulators; state—legislature, legislative and advocacy efforts across the country.One Voice: boards, commissions; local—county commission, city Building a Strong Library Ecosystem was released in October council, governing boards, institutional leadership, and introduced to the world in a webinar on Oct. 29 (linked on Chambers of Commerce, other associations; and the web page). Please dig in – there is much of interest even in a individual—voters, stakeholders.” state that already has a coordinated and reasonably successful

23 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Our collective impact as a TLA Library Ecosystem is huge an Annual Assessment of Progress Towards Ecosystem for the state’s communities. When we speak collectively to the Sustainability; and more. Some states may want guidance state legislature or in advocacy efforts around more local needs, on how to gather data about the needs of the constituent our communities can see our value demonstrated in multiple organizations; we’ve included a generic overview to be adapted ways they can support. to local needs. The TLA Legislative and Advocacy Committee does a Now that the initial Toolkit and Continuum are complete, thorough job of pulling the needs of all TLA divisions, round ALA has published One Voice for all library organizations to tables and members together into concrete, finite “asks” for use. In order to keep the idea alive and to support more states the legislature every second year while building advocacy for in developing and strengthening their ecosystem efforts, COLA libraries every year. Each division district has a representative has initiated a subcommittee that is working on ways to build at the table to keep all TLA subgroups aware of what’s and maintain awareness of and communication between happening within the several siloes. Not every state is as lucky ecosystems across the country. The obvious connection point to already have this framework in place. will be the state Chapter Councilors who are already elected from each state to serve on the ALA Council (Mary Woodard, Mesquite ISD, is TLA’s ALA Councilor). We are looking at ways to build communication around Ecosystem topics to make sure that states get information from ALA and Councilor colleagues—and that states are able to share their successes and/or ask important questions around local needs. This committee is just getting started—stay tuned for details as we progress. As we find ourselves in the pandemic of 2020, most librarians are successfully learning new skills to keep their libraries on the cutting edge of information and community What is in the Toolkit? The biggest element is a needs. This is the perfect time to build your ecosystem comprehensive Continuum structured as a rubric. The four locally and to keep that collaborative energy feeding TLA. main facets are Leadership, Communication, Collaboration, School libraries and public libraries are an obvious team on and Sustainability. In each facet, there are several sub-topics an almost daily basis, offering students access to the variety defined at three levels: Beginner, Emerging, and Highly of materials they need to work from home and from the Effective. The hope is that any state effort can look at the classroom. Practical cooperation sets up ongoing collaboration recommended focus points and determine their current local to advocate to local and state governments together, especially level of success, the starting point for improvement. There heading into the 2021 Texas Legislative Session. High school is not likely any existing ecosystem anywhere that is highly librarians may also collaborate with nearby community effective at every point or as highly effective as it would like to colleges and universities in the same ways. We know that the be. The Continuum offers ideas for improvement to even strong TLA Legislative Committee and the TLA staff will share talking existing efforts like TLA. points we can all use to strongest effect as the legislature ramps There are also additional support tools – an introductory up. This is the Ecosystem Effect at its very best—information checklist to help a group see why they might want to dig in heading to TLA from the districts, divisions and round tables to the process; a generic calendar to sustain efforts; a tool about what is needed locally and information coming from for Recording Progress Towards a Library Ecosystem; TLA to the membership and our communities about how to support the agenda of this current year. I know you will all answer the call when it’s time to write, email or call your state and federal legislators – or even local school and library boards! That individual involvement is at the heart of One Voice.

Dorcas Hand is a library advocate, retired school librarian and chair of the American Library Association’s State Ecosystem Subcommittee of the Committee on Library Advocacy (COLA). She is also past co-chair of the TASL Legislative and Advocacy Committee.

Texas Library Association | 24 EDITORIAL Now that we are months into the COVID-19 pandemic, and it looks like we have many more months before life (hopefully) returns to what we remember before 2020, the need for up-to-date digital materials is more dramatic than ever. Libraries all over the United States have seen a huge increase in interest and participation in their digital collections as patrons seek a way to safely read fiction and non-fiction, textbooks and periodicals. Carrie Kopacz, a librarian at Rutledge Elementary School in Leander ISD who recently earned her MLIS from Texas Woman’s University, has a timely suggestion in the following editorial. Share your thoughts on this issue with TLA ([email protected]) for possible inclusion in a future issue of the Texas Library Journal.

TECHNOLOGY How Much of a Priority Are We Actually Making It?

By Carrie Kopacz

25 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Universally Known Facts Pertaining to Modern Day Librarianship: MY THOUGHTS: Would all our patrons be comfortable Am I alone in seeing the contradictions? with this? No, inevitably it wouldn’t Why are libraries typically spending please each and every patron, though it fifty to seventy percent of their budget is presumable that it could take a couple no. 1 on print resources when the majority of years for them to even notice the of patrons are moving to electronic or change. By then it gradually would have Library budget cuts are virtual modes of learning, research, and become the new norm. We might even woefully sweeping the pleasure reading? ask ourselves why we did not do this We proclaim the necessity for sooner! industry. modernizing and meeting the 21st century learner’s needs in order to IN SUMMARY, THE REASONS remain relevant, but this goal is rarely LIBRARIES SHOULD DEDICATE THEIR reflected in library budgets. If we are BUDGETS TO TECH RESOURCES no. 2 taught to increase the technology side INSTEAD OF PRINT ARE: The COVID-19 of librarianship, if it is believed to be a • If print resources are highly philosophical priority, if many of our utilized, they physically deteriorate pandemic has caused a patrons only have access to technology and lose value as time goes by. It is at their community and school libraries, a depreciating investment that we monumental decrease in and if the digital divide continues to do not need to perpetuate. physical patronage. intensify . . . shouldn’t tech resources • If print resources are unpopular automatically be our financial priority? and do not circulate, they sit on the What if, and I know this will sound shelves as months turn into years crazy but stay with me, what if a library until we finally weed them and our no. 3 refrains from spending a dime on initial investment has been wasted. anything printed one year? It wouldn’t Again, a practice which does not The cost of acquiring destroy the collection because there need to be perpetuated. new and maintaining would still be thousands of books • Digital media can be renewed, available for those who prefer print. increased, decreased, and so on existing technology The only difference is that the print depending on its demand. materials wouldn’t be refreshed • Digital resources and online and subscriptions is that year. Maybe the next year the patronage, plainly and simply, enormous. library would want to refresh its print cannot spread germs. resources again, but maybe not. Maybe • Teachers will be able to utilize every third year the budget would be digital resources for instruction dedicated to print again, but maybe not whether they are conducting it no. 4 . . . What if a library gradually lets its virtually or in-person. If schools print collection dwindle away through and community libraries are forced The annual budget necessary weeding and not replenishing to shut down again, our resources as their tech resources became better will remain relevant. devoted to technology and better? I know, it’s blasphemy. I • Increasing the amount of available resources, for many have a passionate attachment to print space for media equipment, books myself but it is necessarily STEAM supplies, and room institutions, is usually something that should be considered for interactive education and and debated. exploration. a small fraction of its Think of all the state-of-the-art • Providing technology to patrons overall budget. technology we could provide. Think would help to reduce the digital of all the space we could utilize for divide. technology such as virtual reality movement areas, makerspace project laboratories, and supply storage!

Texas Library Association | 26 NEWSNOTES January 31 Deadline for 2021 TALL Texans Applications Interested in the TALL Texans leadership program? TALL Texans participants study strategic planning, risk-taking, conflict negotiation, team building, coaching, ethics, advocacy, personal career planning, and more. Mentors, selected by the TLA Executive Board serve as coaches, counselors, and role models, sharing their experiences as veteran library leaders. Apply online; deadline is January 31. View the webinar How to Apply to the TALL Texans Leadership Institute for detailed guidance.

BRANDING IRON AWARD TLA AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS DEADLINE JANUARY 24 DEADLINE FEBRUARY 15 Honoring excellence in, and contributions to, the library profession, TLA’s awards celebrate TLA’s Branding Iron Awards honor the individuals and organizations which inspire us all. From leadership, lifetime achievement, and inspiring and creative marketing efforts of all library service, to advocacy, outstanding projects and innovative partnerships, the awards types of libraries with awards presented in showcases the best of the profession. Nominate a deserving librarian today! several categories, and one overall Best of TLA’s scholarships support library education and encourage future librarians. Applicants must Show winner. be Texas residents and current TLA members. Apply today! Share your best work with us!

TEXAS BLUEBONNET AWARD VOTING DEADLINE PENGUIN RANDOM EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 15, 2021 HOUSE LIBRARY Recognizing that we are living in unprecedented, challenging times, requiring books to be INNOVATION AWARD quarantined and with many students attending school virtually, the Texas Bluebonnet Award This award recognizes U.S. libraries and Committee has extended the voting deadline to February 15, 2021. Register today! librarians who create lasting innovative community service programs that successfully inspire and connect with THE TOCKER FOUNDATION: LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR new readers. One $10,000 cash award is NEXT GRANT APPLICATION given annually, and four runner-up awards, The next Tocker Foundation grant application deadline is January 15, 2021. The Foundation consisting of $1,000 in Penguin Random encourages you to contact them to ask questions and request feedback before you submit your House books will also be given. The grant proposal. Learn more here. nomination form is open and the deadline is February 2, 2021.

UNIT AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS & STIPENDS Many of TLA’s divisions, districts and round tables present awards to recognize outstanding TLA Grants The J.Frank Dobie Grants, Jeanette & Jim achievement by librarians of all types, scholarships to support those pursuing an MLS degree, Larson Grant, and Woll Memorial Fund and stipends to help offset the cost of registering for the TLA Annual Conference.Learn more. support collection development. Learn more and apply today! Renew Your Membership by January 31 to Vote in TLA Elections In 2021, TLA members will elect a president-elect, two representatives-at-large, and a ALA councilor to serve on the Executive Board. You must be a current TLA member by January 31, 2021 to vote in the election. Learn more about the candidates and their vision for TLA.

27 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 NEWSNOTES + CONTINUING EDUCATION TLA Remembers/ In Memoriam Linda Allmand Cherie Baker Coronavirus Handbook Yvonne Chandler from One Good Turn Stewart Dyess One Good Turn is a 501c3 nonprofit medical organization focused David B. Gracy, II on practical medical education and training to communities around the world as a pathway to sustainable, thriving development Jimmie Lyn Harris and community health. They specialize in creating simple, easily Larry Koeninger understood medical education materials that are based on Susie Pulley verified medical information and established protocols. They have released the One Good Turn Coronavirus Handbook which is Jack Strawn available for download. Red Wassenich Richard Courtney Wood

JANUARY 19 JANUARY 29 – FEBRUARY 26 3:30 PM Fridays 1:00 – 4:00 PM TLA Talks: Winter 2021 Leadership LAUNCH 87th Texas Legislative Session REGISTRATION DEADLINE JANUARY 22 Get the latest news and information on priorities for the Legislative TLA Leadership LAUNCH is a seminar for librarians with less than 5 Session, how legislators will conduct the session during a pandemic, years of work experience. The program is designed for all types of and how you can advocate for library-related issues. libraries. Registration is now open for the Winter session. Participants will earn 15 hours Continuing Education credit, TSLAC & SBEC. The online course will meet on Fridays from 1 to 4 pm. For more REGISTER information, please contact Ted Wanner.

TLA members: $145 Nonmembers: $195

FEBRUARY 9 FEBRUARY 25 2:00 PM 2:00 PM What Makes YOU a Leader Journaling in a Time of Uncertainty Leaders arrive at leadership positions in all kinds of ways both in TLA In these uncertain times, journaling is a way to regain some clarity and and in their careers. What does it mean to be a leader? Is being a normalcy. This webinar details the why for journaling (e.g., reasons as leader something that just happens to people? Is it a mindset? Is it a well as the research benefits), shares multiple examples (a range from title? Learn from library leaders and participate in a discussion about simple to artistic), provides a list of ideas and prompts, and suggests a what it means to lead list of supplies and tools (both analog and digital). Presenters: Dean Hendrix, University of Texas at San Antonio; Jacqueline Higginbotham, New Caney ISD; and Julia Mitschke, Cedar Presenter: Lisa Johnson, Eanes ISD Park Public Library. REGISTER REGISTER

Texas Library Association | 28 Dear TLA members,

On behalf of the Program Committee, our Executive Board, the TLA staff and everyone who has worked so hard to make this conference a reality, I am delighted and proud to share the TLA 2021 Conference Program with you. Our mission for this upcoming conference is to “Celebrate Differences, Empower Voices.” The TLA 2021 Conference aims to inspire equity and provide all attendees with information and tools to enable you to confidently move your library beyond its barriers, open your community beyond its boundaries and acknowledge your discomfort.

When we chose this mission statement, we had no idea what 2020 had in store for us: a devastating pandemic, a politically polarizing election and nationwide demonstrations protesting police brutality and seeking social justice. We are ending a year when librarians and libraries have been more challenged than ever before to serve their communities while keeping patrons and staff safe in the era of COVID-19.

As librarians and library staff have risen so strongly to meet this challenge, our ProCo team and TLA staff have also risen and met the challenge of providing you with a conference that is full of valuable content, presented via a state-of-the-art virtual conference portal. TLA 2021 is the most accessible and affordable conference – and the first fully virtual one – in the more than 100 years the Texas Library Association has existed.

There are hundreds of sessions. We promise you will find many ideas to implement in your own library and with your own career.

Enjoy!

Christina Gola TLA President 2020-2021

29 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Featured Speakers

GENERAL SESSIONS

FREDERICK JOSEPH is an award-winning ISABEL WILKERSON, winner of the Pulitzer marketing professional, media representation Prize and the National Humanities Medal, has advocate, and writer who was recently selected become a leading figure in narrative nonfiction, for the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. He’s also the an interpreter of the human condition, and winner of the 2018 Bob Clampett Humanitarian an impassioned voice for demonstrating how Award, given by Comic-Con International: San history can help us understand ourselves, our Diego, and was selected for the 2018 Root 100 country, and our current era of upheaval. Her List of Most Influential African Americans. He debut work, The Warmth of Other Suns, won will discuss his latest book, The Black Friend: the National Book Critics Circle Award, the On Being a Better White Person. Speaking Heartland Prize for Nonfiction, the Anisfield- directly to the reader, The Black Friend calls Wolf Award for Nonfiction, the Lynton History up race-related anecdotes from the author’s Prize from Harvard and Columbia universities, past, weaving in his thoughts on why they and the Stephen Ambrose Oral History Prize were hurtful and how he might handle things and was shortlisted for both the Pen-Galbraith differently now. Each chapter includes the voice Literary Award and the Dayton Literary Peace of at least one artist or activist, including Tarell Prize. Alvin McCraney, screenwriter of Moonlight; She won the Pulitzer Prize for Feature April Reign, creator of #OscarsSoWhite; Angie Writing in 1994, as Chicago Bureau Chief of Thomas, author of The Hate U Give; and eleven The New York Times, making her the first others. African-American woman to win a Pulitzer Prize in journalism. She is the author of Caste: is the author of the Newbery Medal-winning A Single LINDA SUE PARK The Origins of Our Discontents, a #1 New Shard and the best-seller A Long Walk to Water. Linda Sue will discuss York Times bestseller and an Oprah’s Book her latest novel, the highly praised Prairie Lotus, a middle-grade historical Club selection, which is long-listed for the novel about a half-Asian girl growing up in a small town in the U.S. in National Book Award. TIME called Caste “A 1880. She’ll also discuss her upcoming work; The One Thing You’d Save. transformative new framework through which When she’s not writing, speaking, teaching, or caregiving for her two to understand identity and injustice in America.” grandchildren, she spends most of her time on equity/inclusion work for We Need Diverse Books and the Society of Children’s Books Writers and Illustrators.

DIRECTOR’S SYMPOSIUM

KATHY CARROLL is the 2020–2021 MARTHA WHITEHEAD is Vice President for American Association of School Librarians the Harvard Library and University Librarian, (AASL) President. She is a school librarian at and Roy E. Larsen Librarian for the Faculty of Westwood High School in Blythewood, South Arts and Sciences. In these roles, she leads Carolina. She served on the ALA Spectrum a library network made up of more than 25 Advisory Committee from 2018 to 2020 and libraries and employing more than 700 staff. is serving as an ALA Councilor at Large. She Martha has a long history of professional served on the AASL Presidential Initiative Task service, with active engagement in regional, Force for AASL President Steven Yates. She also national and international initiatives to served on the National Board for Professional advance digital research infrastructure and Teaching Standards Library Media Specialist open scholarly communications. Martha joined Standards Committee in 2010 and the National Harvard University in June 2019 from Queen’s Board for Professional Teaching Standards University, Canada, where she served most Teacher Leadership Competency Framework recently as Vice-Provost (Digital Planning) and Committee in 2013. Kathy was awarded an ALA University Librarian. Spectrum Scholarship in 2007. She also was a participant in the Toyota International Teacher Program in South Africa and was a Fulbright Teacher Scholar in Tokyo, Japan.

MELANIE HUGGINS is the executive director of Richland Library in Columbia, SC, which received the 2017 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s highest honor for libraries. Melanie has received recognition from several local and state entities. Her work is influenced by her belief that libraries are uniquely positioned to make communities more livable, resilient, and inclusive. She is a recognized leader and speaker in the library profession having held trustee positions with both the Urban Libraries Council and the Public Library Association and has recently been named incoming President for PLA. She is a Liberty Fellow, member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network and a member of the Spring 2018 class of Furman University’s Riley Diversity Leaders Institute. Melanie has served as past Chair of the TogetherSC Board, past President of the University of South Carolina’s University Associates Board, and former City Center Partnership Board Member.

Texas Library Association | 30 OPENING AUTHOR SESSION

GARY PAULSEN discovered early in his life that books could provide excellent companionship. His resulting passion for literature has stimulated a wealth of published works for both children and adults. Gary’s newest book is Gone to the Woods: Surviving a Lost Childhood. Here, he writes about a series of life-altering moments from his turbulent childhood as his own original survival story. In this middle grade memoir, he writes about his summer escape from a shockingly neglectful Chicago childhood to a North Woods homestead at age five and shares other stories from his life. The product of a difficult childhood, Paulsen ran away from home at the age of fourteen. His experience in diverse jobs and a wide range of interests have provided the basis for much of his written work. Several of his books deal with the theme of survival and human endurance. Hatchet, which has become a modern-day classic, won him the Newbery Honor Award. He has written more than 100 books for children and teens. Paulsen’s interest in dog sledding led to his participation in the Iditarod Sled Dog Race. The impact of this experience is brought to life in several of his outstanding books, including Woodsong and Dogsong, another Newbery Honor Award winner.

DWAYNE REED is America’s favorite rapping teacher from Chicago who spreads his CLOSING AUTHOR SESSION message of inspiration and empowerment & ALL CONFERENCE READ to more than 50,000 followers, subscribers, readers, listeners, and fans. Each month, latest novel Heaven, My hundreds of new and aspiring teachers attend ATTICA LOCKE’S Home is the sequel to Edgar Award-winning his engaging live seminars and rousing, Bluebird, Bluebird. Her third novel Pleasantville interactive workshops to experience the thrill of was the winner of the Harper Lee Prize for teaching. His first book, Simon B. Rhymin’, is a Legal Fiction and was also long-listed for the humorous, heartwarming story about a young Bailey’s Prize for Women’s Fiction. The Cutting Black rapper whose rhymes help bring his Season was the winner of the Ernest Gaines neighborhood together. Award for Literary Excellence. Her first novel Black Water Rising was nominated for an Edgar Award, an NAACP Image Award, as well as a Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and was short-listed for the Women’s Prize for Fiction. A former fellow at the Sundance Institute’s Feature Filmmaker’s Lab, Locke works as a screenwriter as well. Most recently, she was a writer and producer on Netflix’s When They See Us and the Hulu adaptation of Little Fires Everywhere.

ADDITIONAL FEATURED SPEAKERS

GLORIA AMESCUA has been writing poems and stories throughout her life. When she was a girl, she would climb into the cradle of an oak tree and enter the world of words. She loves books that reach a person’s heart, head or funny bone and strives to do just that in her writing. A native Austinite, Gloria received both her B. A. and M. Ed. degrees from the University of Texas at Austin. Gloria’s poetry has been published in many anthologies, including Rattle, Weaving the Terrain, Ocotillo Review, Bearing the Mask, Entre Guadalupe y Malinche and Echoes of the Cordillera. Gloria was awarded the Lee & Low’s New Voices Honor Award in 2016. Her debut picture book, Child of the Flower-Song People: Luz Jimenez, a biography of the indigenous Nahua woman who grew up in Mexico during the early 1900s and became a model for 20th-century artists, worked with scholars to preserve Nahuatl language and stories, and was known as the “soul of Mexico,” to be illustrated by Sibert Award and Pura Belpré Award-winning illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh will be published by Abrams in 2021.

NICOLA ANDREWS works as the Instruction/ ANDREW AYDIN is a New York Times First-Year Experience Librarian for the bestselling author, a National Book Award University of San Francisco Gleeson Library. winner, a Robert F. Kennedy Book Award Nicola was born in Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa Honoree, a Printz Award winner, a Sibert Medal (Auckland, New Zealand); and is Ngāti Paoa winner, a Walter Dean Myers Award winner, a Māori (a tribe of the Hauraki region of New two-time Eisner award winner, and the recipient Zealand). Her academic credentials include a of multiple Coretta Scott King honors. BA in Social Sciences from Auckland University An Atlanta native, Andrew is a Turkish- of Technology, and a Master of Library & American who was raised by a single mother Information Science from the University of and grew up reading comic books. He is the Washington Information School. She has an creator and co-author of the graphic memoir interest in ensuring that library policies and series, MARCH, which chronicles the life of structures align with stated values of inclusivity, Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis. anti-racism, and social justice. Co-authored with Rep. Lewis and illustrated by Nate Powell, MARCH is the first comics work to ever win the National Book Award.

31 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 DAVID BOWLES is a Mexican American author TIFFANY D. JACKSON is the critically and translator from south Texas. Among his acclaimed author of YA novels including the award-winning titles are The Smoking Mirror NAACP Image Award-nominated Allegedly and (Pura Belpré Author Honor), Feathered Serpent Monday’s Not Coming, a Walter Dean Myers Dark Heart of Sky (a Kirkus Best YA Book of Honored Book and Coretta Scott King New 2018) and the critically hailed They Call Me Talent Award winner, as well as Let Me Hear Güero (School Library Journal Best Book of a Rhyme. She received her Bachelor of Arts in 2018, Walter Dean Myers Honor Book, Pura Film from Howard University, her Master of Arts Belpré Author Honor Book, Claudia Lewis in Media Studies from The New School and has Award for Excellence in Poetry, Tomás Rivera over a decade of TV/Film experience. Mexican American Children’s Book Award, International Youth Library Foundation White Raven). David’s work has also been published ANNA MERLAN is the author of Republic in multiple anthologies, and in 2017, he was of Lies: American Conspiracy Theorists and inducted into the Texas Institute of Letters. In Their Surprising Rise to Power. Anna is a New 2020, he co-founded #DignidadLiteraria, a Mexico-born, Los Angeles-based journalist, social justice movement advocating for greater specializing in subcultures, alternative Latinx representation in publishing. communities, conspiracy theories, crime, belief, death, sexual violence, and women’s lives. She TAMI CHARLES is a former teacher and is currently a reporter on the Features desk full-time author of picture books, middle at VICE. She was previously a reporter at the grade and young adult novels, and nonfiction. Special Projects Desk, an investigative division As a teacher, she made it her mission to within Gizmodo Media Group, a senior reporter introduce her students to all types of literature, at Jezebel, and a staff writer at the Village but especially diverse books. While it was Voice and the Dallas Observer. Her work has refreshing to see a better selection than what also appeared in Rolling Stone, BBC Travel, she was accustomed to as a child, Tami felt Topic, and on the op-ed page of the New York there weren’t nearly as many diverse books as Times. She has been accused of being both a she’d hoped for. It was then that she decided lizard person and a CIA agent, but never at the to reignite her passion for writing. Tami is the same time. author of middle grade novels Like Vanessa and Definitely Daphne; Becoming Beatriz, a YA ZACHARY NUNN is a multifaceted creative novel; and the picture books All Because You and professional consultant based in Houston, Matter and Freedom Soup. Texas. As the founder of Living Corporate, he seeks to amplify underrepresented voices SHARON G. FLAKE exploded onto the literary in Corporate America. As the founder of scene with her novel The Skin I’m In, in 1998, The Auxano Collective, he seeks to cultivate and was named a Publishers Weekly Flying experiences, art, and environments that affirm Start. Since then she has become a multiple the humanity of black and brown people. Coretta Scott King Author Honor Award winner His passion for serving underprivileged and many of her novels have received ALA communities has afforded him opportunities to Notable and Best Books for Young Adults serve as a minister in his local church, a public citations from the American Library Association. speaker with Genesys Works, and a community Flake’s novels and short stories deal with the partner with BLM HTX. struggles of teenagers and young people of color and have received praise for their honest TRACEY OVERBEY previously worked at an and urgent portrayals of complex issues and urban public library system in Cleveland Ohio, themes. for 13 years as a children and youth librarian. Currently she is an academic librarian at The NANCY HUTCHINS has worked at The Ohio State University Libraries. Her areas of Center for Change and Conflict Resolution research include social justice issues and (CCCR) since 2014. As a trained mediator solutions through cultural programming, to and difficult dialogue facilitator, consults and promote a more engaged and better-informed facilitates workshops in the areas of effective campus and society. communication, conflict management, difficult dialogues, mediation, diversity, equity, inclusion, and workplace climate. Nancy currently serves as a Clinical Professor and Director of Diversity and Inclusion for Mays Business School. She was previously the Director for the Office of Organization Development and Diversity Initiatives in the College of Education and Human Development and has worked as an educator in public schools with a focus on behavior intervention, positive behavior support, classroom management and discipline, and strategic conflict engagement.

Texas Library Association | 32 MARIO MARCEL SALAS is a retired Assistant NEAL SHUSTERMAN is the New York Times Professor of Political Science, having taught best-selling author of over thirty novels for Texas Politics, Federal Politics, Political History, children, teens, and adults. He won the 2015 the Politics of Mexico, African American Studies, National Book Award for Young People’s Civil Rights, and International Conflicts. He is Literature for Challenger Deep. His novel, a current lecturer at The University of Texas at Scythe, was a 2017 Michael L. Printz Honor San Antonio teaching African American Studies, book and is in development with Universal American Politics, Civil Rights, and Texas Studios as a feature film. His novel, Unwind, Politics. He has served as a City Councilman has become part of the literary canon in many for the City of San Antonio and was very active school districts across the country and has won in the Civil Rights Movement in SNCC for many more than thirty domestic and international years. He is also a lifetime member of the awards. He co-wrote his most recent novel, San Antonio NAACP. He has authored several Dry, with his son Jarrod, and in addition to textbooks including, American and Texas being on numerous award lists, Dry is currently Political History: A Maze of Racialized Thought in development with Paramount Pictures. in America, Foundation Myth in Political His upcoming novel, Game Changer, is in Thought: The Racial Moorings of Foundation development with Netflix as a TV series, and he Myth and others. He helped to develop and is co-writing the pilot episode. present the essential elements for African American Studies courses for high school AMANDA SOUZA is a dedicated advocate for students across Texas which was passed by educational equity. She has served students the State Board of Education. He has received in several capacities and now works with Girls many awards including the San Antonio Peace Who Code to increase computer science skills Laureate Award and an Honorary Doctorate for female students. In her role as Manager of of Humanity from the Baptist Association- Community Partnerships for the South for Girls Guadalupe College. Who Code, she has built over 50 relationships with school districts and nonprofits to build FEDERICO SALAS-ISNARDI, Director of awareness about equity in STEM and equip the Mayor’s Office for Adult Literacy (MOAL) students with leadership skills to conquer the in Houston, is a linguist, educator, diversity tech field. trainer, and writer who has worked in adult education in Houston for over 30 years. JULIE STIVERS is the librarian at Mount Federico has presented or facilitated hundreds Vernon Middle, an alternative public school in of professional development workshops Raleigh, NC, where she loves helping students and seminars and is a regular speaker at find and devour engaging, reflective literature. professional conferences on topics ranging Her work has been published in Knowledge from second language acquisition to anti- Quest, School Libraries Worldwide, School bullying education and from literacy and Library Journal, and YALS and she is the employability skills in the 21st century to author/editor of Include (ALA, 2021). She is identity and privilege in a culture of respect. the recipient of AASL’s 2017 Frances Henne He is a published author of ESL textbooks, Award and was named a 2019 Library Journal and a certified Diversity Trainer. He has been Mover and Shaker. As a 2018 ALA Emerging active in professional, arts, and community Leader, she helped develop AASL’s Defending organizations for more than 25 years. Intellectual Freedom: LGBTQ+ Materials in School Libraries. She served as the Chair ILYASAH SHABAZZ promotes higher education for at-risk youth, for the YALSA Presidential Taskforce: Youth interfaith dialogue to build bridges between cultures for young leaders of Activism through Community Engagement and the world and participates in international humanitarian delegations. She is a facilitator in her district’s Office of Equity served as a member of the U.S. Delegation that accompanied President Bill Affairs Summer Writing Institute for high- Clinton to South Africa to commemorate the election of President Nelson school students which seeks to amplify voice Mandela and the Education & Economic Development initiatives. She is an through creative writing. Her research and author, motivational speaker, and community organizer. practical interests include culturally sustaining Ilyasah is the daughter of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz. She was pedagogy, building inclusive library spaces, and a member of the U.S. Interfaith Leadership Delegation to Mali, West exploring the power of graphic novels, manga, Africa with Malaria No More, and she received a personal letter of and anime with her students. acknowledgment for preserving her “father’s proud legacy by working to secure equality in our time and for generations to come,” from President Barack Obama.

KENDALL TOARMINA works with PriceWaterhouseCoopers as a management consultant with an emphasis on the human element. Her work includes Human Resources transformation and operations, as well as change management, organizational design, diversity and inclusion, and employee experience. Kendall advises clients on improving the performance of all aspects of HR and management of human capital to effectively support business goals and strategies. She has experience in talent acquisition, program management, and human resources policy from working in the US and Argentina. Kendall earned her BA and MBA at Rice University, where she co-founded the business school’s first ever Diversity and Inclusion conference, served as president of the LGBTQ MBA student club, and currently leads the university’s LGBTQ alumni association. Kendall was named a Woman of Power by Outsmart Magazine in 2017.

33 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Programs by Topic Legend

Programs are categorized by topic. To find a session on a particular topic, reference the Track on the legend and find the program under that Track on the following pages.

TOPIC TRACK TOPIC TRACK Acquisitions...... COLLECTION SERVICES Intellectual Freedom...... PROFESSIONAL ISSUES Administration...... MANAGEMENT Intellectual Property...... PROFESSIONAL ISSUES Adult Literature...... LITERATURE Leadership & Advocacy...... PROFESSIONAL ISSUES Alternate Careers...... CAREER DEVELOPMENT Leadership & Change...... MANAGEMENT Applied Technology...... TECHNOLOGY Literacy...... USER SERVICES Archives...... ARCHIVES & SPECIAL COLLECTIONS Local History...... ARCHIVES & SPECIAL COLLECTIONS Assessment...... MANAGEMENT Marketing & Social Media...... MANAGEMENT Authors & Illustrators...... LITERATURE Multitype Libraries...... LIBRARIANSHIP Best Practices & Core Competencies...... LIBRARIANSHIP Networking...... CAREER DEVELOPMENT Buildings & Facilities...... MANAGEMENT Networks & Hardware...... TECHNOLOGY Business Meetings...... ABOUT TLA Open Educational Resources...... TECHNOLOGY Career Guidance & Mentoring...... CAREER DEVELOPMENT Partnerships...... MANAGEMENT Cataloging & Metadata...... COLLECTION SERVICES Personnel...... MANAGEMENT Children’s Literature...... LITERATURE Professionalism...... CAREER DEVELOPMENT Collection Management...... COLLECTION SERVICES Reading Lists...... LITERATURE Community Engagement...... LIBRARIANSHIP Reference Services...... USER SERVICES Continuing Education...... CAREER DEVELOPMENT Scholarly Communication...... COLLECTION SERVICES Core Services...... USER SERVICES Security...... MANAGEMENT Creation & Fabrication...... USER SERVICES Services for Adults...... USER SERVICES Customer Service...... MANAGEMENT Services for Children & Young Adults...... USER SERVICES Data Curation & Management...... TECHNOLOGY Services for Special Populations...... USER SERVICES Digital Collections...... ARCHIVES & SPECIAL COLLECTIONS Social Events & Competitions...... ABOUT TLA Digitization & Preservation...... ARCHIVES & SPECIAL COLLECTIONS Standards...... LIBRARIANSHIP Diverse Literature...... LITERATURE Storytelling...... LITERATURE Diversity & Social Change...... PROFESSIONAL ISSUES Systems...... TECHNOLOGY Electronic Resources...... COLLECTION SERVICES Transliteracy & Instruction...... USER SERVICES Emerging Technology...... TECHNOLOGY Trends & Forecasting...... PROFESSIONAL ISSUES Finances...... MANAGEMENT Websites & UX...... TECHNOLOGY Health Events...... ABOUT TLA Young Adult Literature...... LITERATURE

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ABOUT TLA Digital Preservation Workshop...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Saturday, April 24 LOCAL HISTORY Birds of a Feather...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM @TLA Empowering Our Global and Local Communities: On Demand Programs Activities by the Members of Chinese American On Demand Programs Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Exhibit Hall Tour (Virtual) Librarians Association...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23 Learn How to Navigate Conference Successfully Digital Preservation of Disasters...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM PROFESSIONALISM TLA 101 On Demand Programs Thursday, April 22 CAREER DEVELOPMENT Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories LGBTQ+ Advocacy in The Library and in The Classroom The Power to Empower: Sharing the Library Vision with ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ALTERNATE CAREERS Support Staff Friday, April 23 Thursday, April 22 Latino Caucus Round Table Social Night Thursday, April 22 Cool Jobs: 2021 Edition...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Building Cultures of Respect...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 5:00 - 6:00 PM Retirees Never Really Retire...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Reframing Imposter Syndrome: From Individual to BUSINESS MEETINGS Organization...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM CAREER GUIDANCE & TALL Texans Social...... 5:15 - 6:00 PM On Demand Programs MENTORING Texas Association of School Librarians Award Saturday, April 24 Presentation On Demand Programs Coping with Teaching Anxiety...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Surviving Year One: Reflections from New School Thursday, April 22 Librarians Children’s Round Table Hosts A Conversation with The Power to Empower: Sharing the Library Vision with COLLECTION SERVICES Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Support Staff ACQUISITIONS Friday, April 23 Thursday, April 22 Your Public Library Presents...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Thursday, April 22 Retirees Never Really Retire...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Navigating the Library eBook Market..... 3:00 - 4:00 PM SOCIAL EVENTS & Reframing Imposter Syndrome: From Individual to Spinning Plates: Managing Multiple eBook Access COMPETITIONS Organization ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Models...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Exploring Black/African American Undergraduate Thursday, April 22 Friday, April 23 Experiences in Libraries...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Bites with LIRT (Library Instruction Round Table) Shaping School Library Collections to Inspire So You Want to Sit in the Corner Office? ...... 12:30 - 1:30 PM Engagement...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Black Caucus Round Table Author Session Curating a Diverse Collection for a Non-Diverse ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23 Population...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM New Member Round Table Social...... 5:15 - 6:00 PM Director’s Symposium...... 12:00 - 1:00 PM Sometimes, You’ve Just Gotta Laugh! Humor in Books Small Community Libraries Round Table Social Using Your Personal Power to Improve Your for Kids of All Ages...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 5:15 - 6:00 PM Organization...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM The Beautiful World of Picture Books.....4:00 - 5:00 PM TALL Texans Social...... 5:15 - 6:00 PM Saturday, April 24 Saturday, April 24 Battledecks 2021...... 7:30 - 8:30 PM Leading with Purpose: Discover TLA Leadership Move Over Dick and Jane! Connecting Beginning Friday, April 23 Institute Opportunities and Benefits Readers to Fun Reads...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Public Libraries Division Membership Party ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Thrills and Chills for Kids!...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 5:00 - 6:00 PM Birds of a Feather...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM You CAN Handle the Truth: Non-Fiction Authors Saturday, April 24 Empowering Our Global and Local Communities: ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Texas Bluebonnet Award Author Session Activities by the Members of Chinese American CATALOGING & METADATA ...... 12:15 - 1:00 PM Librarians Association...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Thursday, April 22 CONTINUING EDUCATION Reflecting Diversity in Your Library’s Catalog: Moving ARCHIVES & SPECIAL On Demand Programs Beyond the Limitations of Library of Congress and COLLECTIONS Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Dewey...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Thursday, April 22 COLLECTION MANAGEMENT ARCHIVES Building Cultures of Respect...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM On Demand Programs On Demand Programs Learn about TROPY: A Free Tool for Organizing Saturday, April 24 Integrated Library Systems Lightning Round: Cool An OCLC Update: Connecting with Your Library Personal Digital Archives Hacks to Enhance Services Cooperative...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Reading Against Racism: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion DIGITAL COLLECTIONS Leading with Purpose: Discover TLA Leadership Initiatives in Readers’ Advisory On Demand Programs Institute Opportunities and Benefits.. 10:15 - 11:15 AM Thursday, April 22 Learn about TROPY: A Free Tool for Organizing NETWORKING Burn, Censor, Sanitize: Trends in Intellectual Freedom Personal Digital Archives On Demand Programs Challenges...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Thursday, April 22 Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Tejas Star: Lo Mejor of Bilingual and Spanish Books Digital Resources from the Lone Star State ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Thursday, April 22 Cool Jobs: 2021 Edition...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Spinning Plates: Managing Multiple eBook Access DIGITALIZATION & Building Cultures of Respect...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Models...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM PRESERVATION Reframing Imposter Syndrome: From Individual to What’s OER Got to Do with Higher Ed. Libraries? Organization...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM On Demand Programs Windows and Mirrors: Mexican American Literature for Designing Your Memory Lab: Lessons from DIY Small Talk Is a Big Deal...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Youth with the Rivera Book Award...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Personal Archive Digitization Labs TALL Texans Social...... 5:15 - 6:00 PM Book Buzzed...... 5:15 - 6:00 PM Learn about TROPY: A Free Tool for Organizing Battledecks 2021...... 7:30 - 8:30 PM Personal Digital Archives Friday, April 23 Friday, April 23 New Public Library Director Meetup (by invitation only). Coming Soon to a Shelf Near You: Star-studded Middle Friday, April 23 Grade Fiction...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Digital Preservation of Disasters...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 8:00 - 9:00 AM

35 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Weeding 101 for the Academic Library.... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Creating n Inviting School Library for All..1:45 - 2:45 PM Creating LGBTQ+ Spaces in Academic Libraries PROGRAMS BY TRACK Reading List Coordination Committee Session Small Talk Is a Big Deal...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Copyright in the Age of Pandemics...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ¡Estamos para servirle! Harnessing the Value Shaping School Library Collections to Inspire Exploring Black/African American Undergraduate of Bilingual Communities...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Engagement...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Experiences in Libraries...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Civil Conversations in Uncivil Times...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Curating a Diverse Collection for a Non-Diverse How Public Libraries Can Assist Communities in Times Disrupt Inequity with Your School Library Program Population...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM of Crisis...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Future Planning for Technical Services Teams Using Satire to Teach Information Literacy Programming Ideas: Social and Emotional Learning ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Rags to Riches: Recycling Books for Holiday Fun, Empower Your Storytelling Voice! Tips and Techniques Serving International Communities During Fashion, and Furniture ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM for Beginning Storytellers...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Times of Crisis...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM We Need (Neuro)Diverse Books!...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Radical Misinformation: How Extreme Ideas Attain Saturday, April 24 Blowing up the Canon: Adding Titles to Reflect Student Legitimacy...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Giving All Teens a Voice...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Population...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Reflecting Diversity in Your Library’s Catalog: Moving You Do THAT in the Library? Programming That Works Reflections, Worldview and Connection: Inclusive Beyond the Limitations of Library of Congress and for Secondary School Libraries...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM School Library Collections...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Dewey...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM STANDARDS Saturday, April 24 Friday, April 23 Are You Ready? Planning for Intellectual Freedom A Network of Libraries, Large and Small: The Hidalgo Saturday, April 24 Working Together: Reading and the Texas School Challenges...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM County Library System...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Library Standards...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ELECTRONIC RESOURCES Digital Playgrounds for Middle School and High School: Using Choice...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Thursday, April 22 Make Time to Play...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM LITERATURE TexShare and TexQuest Updates...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Storytime Programs for Children with Disabilities Digital Resources from the Lone Star State ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ADULT LITERATURE ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Weeding 101 for the Academic Library.... 10:15 - 11:15 AM On Demand Programs Navigating the Library eBook Market .... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Pandemic Programming: Finding Sense in the Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Spinning Plates: Managing Multiple eBook Access Pandemonium...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Thursday, April 22 Models...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Shaping School Library Collections to Inspire Top Texas Topaz Picks...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM TexQuest Support for College and Career Readiness Engagement...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Book Buzzed...... 5:15 - 6:00 PM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Bring Out the Best in Both: TexQuest and Google What’s OER Got to Do with Higher Ed. Libraries? Friday, April 23 ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Lariat List Author Panel...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM High School to College Transition: Your Public Library Presents...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Friday, April 23 How Can Librarians Help?...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Use TexQuest Usage Data to Impress School Saturday, April 24 Library Instruction as Performance...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Authors for Your Book Club...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Administrators!...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Speed Dating with Planners for Adult Programs Bring Out the Best in Both: TexQuest and Google You CAN Handle the Truth: Non-Fiction Authors ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM What Does Information Literacy Really Digital Preservation of Disasters...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Mean in School Libraries?...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM AUTHORS & ILLUSTRATORS Digital Preservation Workshop...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM You Shared What? Digital Citizenship Thursday, April 22 OpenAthens Implementation...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Instruction in Schools...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM 2x2 Reading List Showcase...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Saturday, April 24 Saturday, April 24 Tackling Tough Topics in Middle Grade Lit Using Multi-Modal Texts to Develop Listening, Coping with Teaching Anxiety...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Speaking, Reading, Writing and Thinking Skills Are You Ready? Planning for Intellectual Top Texas Topaz Picks...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Freedom Challenges...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Opening Author and Awards Session TexQuest: It’s Elementary...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Dualing Librarians: Discussing Best Practices for ...... 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM SCHOLARLY COMMUNICATION Dual-Credit Students...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Black Caucus Round Table Author Session Science and Library Collaboration for a ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23 Children’s Round Table Hosts A Conversation with The Evolution of Open Access...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Curriculum Aligned Makerspace...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM TexQuest: It’s Elementary...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM You Do THAT in the Library? Programming That Works More Than Just Friendships: Allies in Middle LIBRARIANSHIP for Secondary School Libraries...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Grade Fiction...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM YA Rom-Com Teens Love Romantic Comedies Too! BEST PRACTICES & CORE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM COMPETENCIES On Demand Programs Kidlit Author/Illustrator Dream Teams...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM On Demand Programs Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Secrets and Lies: Unreliable Narrators in YA Lit Advocating to Your Stakeholders: Making the Most of Census Extravaganza: New Platform, Data, and Tools ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Social Media The Power of Art Partnership: A Story of a Successful The Creative Pen: YA Authors who Podcast Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Community Engagement Initiative ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM A Journey in Embedded Librarianship Thursday, April 22 Windows and Mirrors: Mexican American Literature for Launching a Library-Focused Quality Enhancement Bringing It Together: Introducing the TLA Community Youth with the Rivera Book Award...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Plan Engagement Tool Kit...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Storytelling Concert: Empowering Voices! Legal Issues in Public Libraries Making More: Increase Your Makerspace ...... 7:00 - 8:30 PM Pay Attention: Engaging Adults During Storytime Value in Higher Ed...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23 Scholarly Forum: Contributed Papers Presentation Creating Resilient Communities: Libraries Respond Coming Soon to a Shelf Near You: Star-studded Middle Surviving Year One: Reflections from New School to Climate Change ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Grade Fiction...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Librarians How Public Libraries Can Assist Communities Hopes and Dreams: Four New Books Highlighting Two Heads are Better Than One: The Power of Library in Times of Crisis...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Texas...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Instructional Partnerships Empower Voices: Training for Facilitating Online Book Lariat List Author Panel...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Thursday, April 22 Clubs with Diversity Themes...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Showcase Advocate This, Not That...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Radical Misinformation: How Extreme Ideas ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Creative and an Inclusive Wayfinding..... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Attain Legitimacy...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Stories of Resilience: Diverse Voices in YA Lit Building Cultures of Respect...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23 ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Burn, Censor, Sanitize: Trends in Intellectual Freedom Libraries, Advocates and Friends: Empowering TAYSHAS Reading List...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Challenges...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Partnerships...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM

Texas Library Association | 36 Letters About Literature: Student Engagement Be a Voice: Anti-Racism in Children’s Books Marginalized Voices Rise Up: A Conversation with and Inclusion...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Sharon Flake and Tami Charles...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Lone Star Reading List...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Go, Graphic Novels, Go!...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Closing Keynote : All Conference Read The Power of Friendship in YA Lit...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Sometimes, You’ve Just Gotta Laugh! Humor in Books ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM The Suspense is Killing Me!...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM for Kids of All Ages...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM READING LISTS Be a Voice: Anti-Racism in Children’s Books The Beautiful World of Picture Books.....4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM This is My Story: #ownvoices for Children On Demand Programs Looking for Another Good Reading List? Share the Maverick Reading List with YA Readers ...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Saturday, April 24 Thursday, April 22 2x2 Reading List Showcase...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Through Space and Time: YA Sci-Fi...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Bridging Two Worlds: Children of Immigrants in Middle Tejas Star Celebration: Quality Bilingual and Spanish YA: Characters Who Speak Truth to Power Grade Fiction...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Titles since 2007 ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Forty+ Years of the Texas Bluebonnet Award: Where Top Texas Topaz Picks...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Your Public Library Presents...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM it’s Been and Where it’s Going...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Tejas Star: Lo Mejor of Bilingual and Spanish Books PROGRAMS BY TRACK PROGRAMS BY Go, Graphic Novels, Go!...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Move Over Dick and Jane! Connecting Beginning ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Latinx Voices in YA Lit...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Readers to Fun Reads...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Topaz Youth Reading List Presentation with Authors Sometimes, You’ve Just Gotta Laugh! Humor in Books Seeing Other’s Perspectives Through Children’s ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM for Kids of All Ages...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Literature...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM The Beautiful World of Picture Books.....4:00 - 5:00 PM Fight the Good Fight! Social Justice Non-fiction for Friday, April 23 This is My Story: #ownvoices for Children Children...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Lariat List Author Panel...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Thrills and Chills for Kids!...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Showcase ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Saturday, April 24 DIVERSE LITERATURE A Beautiful Darkness: YA dark fantasy.... 10:15 - 11:15 AM So You Want To Be On A Reading List Committee A Conversation with Neal Shusterman... 10:15 - 11:15 AM On Demand Programs ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Authors for Your Book Club...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM TAYSHAS Reading List...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Building a Diverse Library Collection Move Over Dick and Jane! Connecting Beginning Reading List Coordination Committee Session Finding Quality Latinx Children’s Books Readers to Fun Reads...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Looking for Another Good Reading List? Seeing Other’s Perspectives Through Lariat and Topaz Reading Lists: Adult Fiction and Reading Against Racism: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Children’s Literature...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Nonfiction Pairings...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Initiatives in Readers’ Advisory Texas Bluebonnet Award Author Session12:15. - 1:00 PM Lone Star Reading List...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM A Tale as Old as Time: YA Classic Story Retellings Thursday, April 22 Share the Maverick Reading List with YA Readers ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Tackling Tough Topics in Middle Grade Lit ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM All In Your Head: Teen Mental Health Issues in YA Lit ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Saturday, April 24 ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Tejas Star Celebration: Quality Bilingual and Spanish Forty+ Years of the Texas Bluebonnet Award: Where it’s Fight the Good Fight! Social Justice Non-fiction for Titles since 2007 ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Been and Where it’s Going...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Children...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM More Than Just Friendships: Allies in Middle Grade Texas Bluebonnet Award Author Session Marginalized Voices Rise Up: A Conversation with Fiction...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 12:15 - 1:00 PM Sharon Flake and Tami Charles...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM #OwnVoices and #DignidadLiteraria: Advocating for Spirit of Texas Reading List...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Marginalized Voices in the Literary Scene Spirit of Texas Reading List...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM STORYTELLING Thrills and Chills for Kids!...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM On Demand Programs You CAN Handle the Truth: Non-Fiction Authors Tejas Star: Lo Mejor of Bilingual and Spanish Books Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Library Programming with STEAM-powered Closing Keynote : All Conference Read.. 3:00 - 4:00 PM Windows and Mirrors: Mexican American Literature for Youth with the Rivera Book Award...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Animatronics CHILDREN’S LITERATURE Storytelling Concert: Empowering Voices! Pay Attention: Engaging Adults During Storytime On Demand Programs ...... 7:00 - 8:30 PM Thursday, April 22 Finding Quality Latinx Children’s Books Friday, April 23 Magnify STEM Disciplines in Your Library, Naturally! Looking for Another Good Reading List? Stories of Resilience: Diverse Voices in YA Lit ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Thursday, April 22 ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Empower Your Storytelling Voice! Tips and Techniques 2x2 Reading List Showcase...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Lariat and Topaz Reading Lists: Adult Fiction and for Beginning Storytellers...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Tackling Tough Topics in Middle Grade Lit Nonfiction Pairings...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Storytelling Concert: Empowering Voices! ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ¡Estamos para servirle! Harnessing the Value of ...... 7:00 - 8:30 PM Tejas Star Celebration: Quality Bilingual and Spanish Bilingual Communities...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Friday, April 23 Titles since 2007 ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Be a Voice: Anti-Racism in Children’s Books Storytime Programs for Children with Disabilities Children’s Round Table Hosts A Conversation with ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Curating a Diverse Collection for a Non-Diverse Virtual Storytime: Copyright and Connecting Magnify STEM Disciplines in Your Library, Naturally! Population...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM to Patrons Online...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Just Read It: Join ProjectLIT...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE Creating Collective Experiences: Bridging Literacy and We Need (Neuro)Diverse Books!...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM On Demand Programs Art in the Library...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Blowing up the Canon: Adding Titles to Reflect Student POW! BAM! Connect with Teens by Starting a Comic Kidlit Author/Illustrator Dream Teams...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Population...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Con But I Don’t Know How to Booktalk!...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Latinx Voices in YA Lit...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Finding Quality Latinx Middle Grade and YA Lit Topaz Youth Reading List Presentation with Authors Reflections, Worldview and Connection: Inclusive ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM School Library Collections...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Thursday, April 22 Friday, April 23 This is My Story: #ownvoices for Children YA Rom-Com Teens Love Romantic Comedies Too! Coming Soon to a Shelf Near You: Star-studded Middle ...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Grade Fiction...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Read with PRIDE: YA LGBTQ+ Lit...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Saturday, April 24 But I Don’t Know How to Booktalk!...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Hopes and Dreams: Four New Books Highlighting Bridging Two Worlds: Children of Immigrants in Middle Secrets and Lies: Unreliable Narrators in YA Lit Texas...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Grade Fiction...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Showcase Seeing Other’s Perspectives Through Children’s The Creative Pen: YA Authors who Podcast ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Literature...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM How to Be the Promotion Manager of your Library! Fight the Good Fight! Social Justice Non-fiction for Topaz Youth Reading List Presentation with Authors ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Children...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM 17th Annual Poetry Round Up...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM I Learned to Hate Racism in the Library; The Power of Literature to Change Hearts...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM

37 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Friday, April 23 BUILDINGS & FACILITIES MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA PROGRAMS BY TRACK So You Want To Be On A Reading List Committee Thursday, April 22 On Demand Programs ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Creative and Inclusive Wayfinding...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Advocating to Your Stakeholders: Making the Most of Stories of Resilience: Diverse Voices in YA Lit Equity: Moving Beyond Intention to Inclusive Practice Social Media ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM The Basics of Video Creation TAYSHAS Reading List...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Friday, April 23 How to be a TokStar Librarian! Lone Star Reading List...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Nooks and Crannies: Finding Space(s) for All Your #MoreThanBooks: Scalable Outreach Programming The Power of Friendship in YA Lit...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Patrons...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Newcomer’s Guide to Podcasting The Suspense is Killing Me!...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Creating LGBTQ+ Spaces in Academic Libraries POW! BAM! Connect with Teens by Starting a Comic 17th Annual Poetry Round Up...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Con Share the Maverick Reading List with YA Readers The Power of Art Partnership: A Story of a Successful ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM CUSTOMER SERVICE Community Engagement Initiative Through Space and Time: YA Sci-Fi...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM On Demand Programs Using Zines to Forge Community Connections YA: Characters Who Speak Truth to Power Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Thursday, April 22 ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Thursday, April 22 Creative and Inclusive Wayfinding...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Latinx Voices in YA Lit...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Working with Neurodiverse Students in the College Making More: Increase Your Makerspace Value in Saturday, April 24 Setting...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Higher Ed...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM A Beautiful Darkness: YA dark fantasy ... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Creating an Inviting School Library for All Professional Marketing on a Library Budget: Strategies A Conversation with Neal Shusterman... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM from an Ad Agency Exec...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM A Tale as Old as Time: YA Classic Story Retellings Friday, April 23 Virtual Advocacy Tools and Best Practices ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Helpful Resources for Your Homeschool and Virtual ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM All In Your Head: Teen Mental Health Issues in YA Lit School Population...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Friday, April 23 ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM How to Be the Promotion Manager of your Library! I Learned to Hate Racism in the Library; The Power of FINANCES ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Literature to Change Hearts...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Thursday, April 22 Marginalized Voices Rise Up: A Conversation with Texas Library Grants Information Session Saturday, April 24 Sharon Flake and Tami Charles...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Library 24/7/365: How to Promote Your Program to Spirit of Texas Reading List...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23 Families at Home...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Rags to Riches: Recycling Books for Holiday Fun, Beyond Student Library Aides: Creating Ambassadors for Your Library...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM MANAGEMENT Fashion, and Furniture ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Saturday, April 24 PARTNERSHIPS ADMINISTRATION Flying High - Drone Racing & VR combined On Demand Programs On Demand Programs ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Creating Persuasive Presentations with Texas Public Grants Funding 101: Finding, Applying, and Managing #MoreThanBooks: Scalable Outreach Programming Library Data ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM The Power of Art Partnership: A Story of a Successful Reflections on Leadership: Inside the Role of Latino LEADERSHIP & CHANGE Community Engagement Initiative Library Leaders Two Heads are Better Than One: The Power of Library On Demand Programs Instructional Partnerships Socially Distanced but Still Connected: School Libraries Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories in Action Thursday, April 22 Thursday, April 22 Bringing It Together: Introducing the TLA Community Thursday, April 22 Leaning into Discomfort: Talking about Race and Anti- Engagement Tool Kit...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Virtual Advocacy Tools and Best Practices Racism in Libraries...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Library Services to Incarcerated Populations ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Building Cultures of Respect...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM How Public Libraries Can Assist Communities in Times Reframing Imposter Syndrome: From Individual to TexShare and TexQuest Updates...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM of Crisis...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Organization...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Virtual Programming in Small Community Libraries: So You Want to Sit in the Corner Office? Virtual Advocacy Tools and Best Practices Successes and Failures...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Texas Library Grants Information Session Friday, April 23 Navigating the Library eBook Market .... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM New Public Library Director Meetup (by invitation only) Libraries as Social Change Agents: Create Systemic ...... 8:00 - 9:00 AM Change in your Organization to Support Black and Friday, April 23 A Network of Libraries, Large and Small: The Hidalgo Brown Staff...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Libraries, Advocates and Friends: Empowering County Library System...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Partnerships...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23 Nooks and Crannies: Finding Space(s) for All Your New Public Library Director Meetup (by invitation only). Saturday, April 24 Patrons...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 8:00 - 9:00 AM An OCLC Update: Connecting with Your Library Director’s Symposium...... 12:00 - 1:00 PM A Network of Libraries, Large and Small: The Hidalgo Cooperative...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Change is the Only Constant: Effectively Leading County Library System...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Dualing Librarians: Discussing Best Practices for Dual- Through Change...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Balancing Technology and Social Media to Become Credit Students...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Saturday, April 24 More Mindful...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM PERSONNEL Auditing our School Library Space + Program with an Director’s Symposium...... 12:00 - 1:00 PM Equity Lens...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM On Demand Programs Change is the Only Constant: Effectively Leading The Power to Empower: Sharing the Library Vision with ASSESSMENT Through Change...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Support Staff Harness the Power of Diversity in Your Organization On Demand Programs Thursday, April 22 ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Building a Diverse Library Collection Reframing Imposter Syndrome: From Individual to Open Your Virtual Doors...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Census Extravaganza: New Platform, Data, and Tools Organization...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Using Your Personal Power to Improve Your Launching a Library-Focused Quality Enhancement Libraries as Social Change Agents: Create Systemic Organization...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Plan Change in your Organization to Support Black and Civil Conversations in Uncivil Times...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Brown Staff...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Thursday, April 22 Future Planning for Technical Services Teams Fill the Gaps: Teaching Students Life Skills ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Friday, April 23 ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Beyond Pride Month: Integrating LGBTQ+ Services Change is the Only Constant: Effectively Leading Friday, April 23 ...... 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Through Change...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Nooks and Crannies: Finding Space(s) for All Your Disrupt Inequity with Your School Library Program Harness the Power of Diversity in Your Organization Patrons...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Use TexQuest Usage Data to Impress School Administrators!...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM

Texas Library Association | 38 Saturday, April 24 Saturday, April 24 Speed Dating with Planners for Adult Programs Beyond Student Library Aides: Creating Ambassadors Auditing our School Library Space + Program with an ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM for Your Library...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Equity Lens...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Black Caucus Round Table 31st Anniversary Giving All Teens a Voice...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Celebration: State of African American Librarians PROFESSIONAL ISSUES Empowering Our Global and Local Communities: and Libraries...... 6:00 - 7:30 PM Activities by the Members of Chinese American DIVERSITY & SOCIAL CHANGE Librarians Association...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM TECHNOLOGY On Demand Programs I Learned to Hate Racism in the Library; The Power of Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Literature to Change Hearts...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM APPLIED TECHNOLOGY Building a Diverse Library Collection INTELLECTUAL FREEDOM On Demand Programs Finding Quality Latinx Middle Grade and YA Lit Thursday, April 22 Accessible Websites: More than a Checklist Reading Against Racism: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Burn, Censor, Sanitize: Trends in Intellectual Freedom Advocating to Your Stakeholders: Making the Most of Initiatives in Readers’ Advisory Challenges...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Social Media PROGRAMS BY TRACK PROGRAMS BY Reflections on Leadership: Inside the Role of Latino App Smash and Share Library Leaders Saturday, April 24 The Basics of Video Creation Are You Ready? Planning for Intellectual Freedom Create an Accessible Virtual Library Using Google Sites Thursday, April 22 Challenges...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Bringing It Together: Introducing the TLA Community Creating a Digital Media Lab Engagement Tool Kit...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Designing Your Memory Lab: Lessons from DIY Leaning into Discomfort: Talking about Race On Demand Programs Personal Archive Digitization Labs and Anti-Racism in Libraries...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Legal Issues in Public Libraries eSports for the Win! Library Services to Incarcerated Populations Thursday, April 22 How to be a TokStar Librarian! ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Copyright in the Age of Pandemics...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Newcomer’s Guide to Podcasting Socially Distanced but Still Connected: School Libraries Working with Neurodiverse Students in the College Friday, April 23 in Action Setting...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Virtual Storytime: Copyright and Connecting Texas Youth Creators Award Ceremony Black Caucus Round Table Author Session to Patrons Online...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Using Closed Captioning to Make AV Resources Building Cultures of Respect...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM LEADERSHIP & ADVOCACY Accessible Creating an Inviting School Library for All On Demand Programs Thursday, April 22 ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Coding for Teens: How to Lead a Coding Program with More Than Just Friendships: Allies in Creating Persuasive Presentations with Texas Public Girls Who Code...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Middle Grade Fiction...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Library Data Creativity Bootcamp for STEAM-powered Learning #OwnVoices and #DignidadLiteraria: Advocating for How to be a TokStar Librarian! ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Marginalized Voices in the Literary Scene A Journey in Embedded Librarianship Inclusive Pedagogy Online: Making Learning More ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Launching a Library-Focused Quality Enhancement Accessible in Academic Libraries...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Creating Resilient Communities: Libraries Respond to Plan Virtual Learning Tools to Engage Your Readers Climate Change ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Legal Issues in Public Libraries ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Equity: Moving Beyond Intention to Inclusive Practice Reflections on Leadership: Inside the Role of Latino The Creative Pen: YA Authors who Podcast ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Library Leaders ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Exploring Black/African American Undergraduate Thursday, April 22 Virtual Summer Reading Program: Lessons from Experiences in Libraries...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Advocate This, Not That...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Summer 2020...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Inclusive Pedagogy Online: Making Learning More Retirees Never Really Retire...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Friday, April 23 Accessible in Academic Libraries...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Building Cultures of Respect...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Balancing Technology and Social Media to Become Read with PRIDE: YA LGBTQ+ Lit...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Small Talk Is a Big Deal...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM More Mindful...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Empower Voices: Training for Facilitating Online Book #OwnVoices and #DignidadLiteraria: Advocating for Digital Playgrounds for Middle School and High School: Clubs with Diversity Themes...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Marginalized Voices in the Literary Scene Using Choice...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Libraries as Social Change Agents: Create Systemic ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Make Your Library Website More 508 Compliant Change in your Organization to Support Black and 87th Legislative Session Update...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Brown Staff...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Friday, April 23 Open Your Virtual Doors...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Reflecting Diversity in Your Library’s Catalog: Moving Use TexQuest Usage Data to Impress School OpenAthens Implementation...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Beyond the Limitations of Library of Congress and Administrators!...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Saturday, April 24 Dewey...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Libraries, Advocates and Friends: Empowering Flying High - Drone Racing & VR combined Friday, April 23 Partnerships...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Balancing Technology and Social Media to Become Using Your Personal Power to Improve Make and Take: Crafting and Maker Programs for More Mindful...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Your Organization...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Adults...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Creating LGBTQ+ Spaces in Academic Libraries What Does Information Literacy Really Mean in School Librarians Surfing the 6 Cs with Wakelet ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM School Libraries?...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Harness the Power of Diversity in Your Organization You Shared What? Digital Citizenship Instruction in Science and Library Collaboration for a Curriculum ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Schools...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Aligned Makerspace...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Make Your Library Website More 508 Compliant Black Caucus Round Table 31st Anniversary Think Inside the Box: Equity, Access and Innovation ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Celebration: State of African American Librarians with Kits...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Civil Conversations in Uncivil Times...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM and Libraries...... 6:00 - 7:30 PM DATA CURATION & MANAGEMENT Beyond Pride Month: Integrating LGBTQ+ Services Saturday, April 24 ...... 3:00 - 5:00 PM Leading with Purpose: Discover TLA Leadership On Demand Programs Creating Persuasive Presentations with Texas Public Blowing up the Canon: Adding Titles to Reflect Student Institute Opportunities and Benefits Library Data Population...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Disrupt Inequity with Your School Library Program Learn to Data Wrangle with OpenRefine TRENDS & FORECASTING ...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM EMERGING TECHNOLOGY Reflections, Worldview and Connection: Inclusive On Demand Programs Learn to Data Wrangle with OpenRefine On Demand Programs School Library Collections...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Creating a Digital Media Lab Newcomer’s Guide to Podcasting Serving International Communities During Learn to Data Wrangle with OpenRefine Times of Crisis...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Friday, April 23 Thursday, April 22 Black Caucus Round Table 31st Anniversary Future Planning for Technical Services Teams Making More: Increase Your Makerspace Value in Celebration: State of African American Librarians ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Higher Ed...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM and Libraries...... 6:00 - 7:30 PM

39 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Inclusive Pedagogy Online: Making Learning More Student Clubs Sponsored by the School Library REFERENCE SERVICES PROGRAMS BY TRACK Accessible in Academic Libraries...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Texas Youth Creators Award Ceremony On Demand Programs Saturday, April 24 Using Zines to Forge Community Connections Create an Accessible Virtual Library Using Google Sites Using Multi-Modal Texts to Develop Listening, Thursday, April 22 A Journey in Embedded Librarianship Speaking, Reading, Writing and Thinking Skills Coding for Teens: How to Lead a Coding Program with Thursday, April 22 ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Girls Who Code...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM TexShare and TexQuest Updates...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Think Inside the Box: Equity, Access and Innovation Virtual Programming in Small Community Libraries: Wellness Across the Lifespan: Trusted Health with Kits...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Successes and Failures...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Information from the U.S. Government OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES Creativity Bootcamp for STEAM-powered Learning ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Thursday, April 22 Magnify STEM Disciplines in Your Library, Naturally! Friday, April 23 87th Legislative Session Update...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Bring Out the Best in Both: TexQuest and Google ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM What’s OER Got to Do with Higher Ed. Libraries? ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Making More: Increase Your Makerspace ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Value in Higher Ed...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Saturday, April 24 SYSTEMS Creating Collective Experiences: Bridging Literacy TexQuest: It’s Elementary...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM On Demand Programs and Art in the Library...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM SERVICES FOR ADULTS Integrated Library Systems Lightning Round: Cool Friday, April 23 On Demand Programs Hacks to Enhance Services Rags to Riches: Recycling Books for Holiday Fun, Cosplay: It’s Fun for Everyone! Friday, April 23 Fashion, and Furniture ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Designing Your Memory Lab: Lessons from DIY OpenAthens Implementation...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Saturday, April 24 Personal Archive Digitization Labs WEBSITES & UX Make and Take: Crafting and Maker Programs for THURSDAY, APRIL 22 Adults...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Empower Voices: Training for Facilitating Online Book On Demand Programs Science and Library Collaboration for a Curriculum Accessible Websites: More than a Checklist Clubs with Diversity Themes...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Aligned Makerspace...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Create an Accessible Virtual Library Using Google Sites TexQuest Support for College and Career Readiness Integrated Library Systems Lightning Round: Cool LITERACY ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Hacks to Enhance Services On Demand Programs Virtual Summer Reading Program: Lessons from Using Closed Captioning to Make AV Resources Books + Reading + Music = Love Summer 2020...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Accessible Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Wellness Across the Lifespan: Trusted Health Information from the U.S. Government Thursday, April 22 eSports for the Win! Digital Resources from the Lone Star State Finding Quality Latinx Children’s Books ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM #MoreThanBooks: Scalable Outreach Programming Friday, April 23 Lariat and Topaz Reading Lists: Adult Fiction and Friday, April 23 Pay Attention: Engaging Adults During Storytime Pandemic Programming: Finding Sense in the Research Says - Encourage Creativity and Doodling in Nonfiction Pairings...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Pandemonium...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM the Classroom Speed Dating with Planners for Adult Programs Using Zines to Forge Community Connections ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Saturday, April 24 Library 24/7/365: How to Promote Your Program to Thursday, April 22 Saturday, April 24 Families at Home...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Coding for Teens: How to Lead a Coding Program with Authors for Your Book Club...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Girls Who Code...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Make and Take: Crafting and Maker Programs for Adults...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM USER SERVICES Building Cultures of Respect...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Magnify STEM Disciplines in Your Library, Naturally! SERVICES FOR CHILDREN & CORE SERVICES ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM YOUNG ADULTS Inclusive Pedagogy Online: Making Learning More On Demand Programs Accessible in Academic Libraries...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM On Demand Programs Books + Reading + Music = Love Books + Reading + Music = Love Using Satire to Teach Information Literacy Census Extravaganza: New Platform, Data, and Tools Cosplay: It’s Fun for Everyone! ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM eSports for the Win! Thursday, April 22 But I Don’t Know How to Booktalk!...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Finding Quality Latinx Middle Grade and YA Lit Creative and Inclusive Wayfinding...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Empower Your Storytelling Voice! Tips and Techniques Library Programming with STEAM-powered Wellness Across the Lifespan: Trusted Health for Beginning Storytellers...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Animatronics Information from the U.S. Government Book Buzzed...... 5:15 - 6:00 PM ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM POW! BAM! Connect with Teens by Starting a Comic Friday, April 23 Con Friday, April 23 Helpful Resources for Your Homeschool and Virtual Helpful Resources for Your Homeschool and Virtual Socially Distanced but Still Connected: School Libraries School Population...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM in Action School Population...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Hopes and Dreams: Four New Books Highlighting High School to College Transition: How Can Librarians Student Clubs Sponsored by the School Library Texas...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Texas Youth Creators Award Ceremony Help?...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM So You Want To Be On A Reading List Committee Programming Ideas: Social and Emotional Learning ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Thursday, April 22 Fill the Gaps: Teaching Students Life Skills ...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Reading List Coordination Committee Session ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Serving International Communities During Times ...... 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Leaning into Discomfort: Talking about Race and of Crisis...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM How to Be the Promotion Manager of your Library! Anti-Racism in Libraries...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Saturday, April 24 ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Creativity Bootcamp for STEAM-powered Learning An OCLC Update: Connecting with Your Library Letters About Literature: Student Engagement and ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Cooperative...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Inclusion...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Creating Collective Experiences: Bridging Literacy and Dualing Librarians: Discussing Best Practices for 17th Annual Poetry Round Up...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Art in the Library...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Dual-Credit Students...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Just Read It: Join ProjectLIT...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Virtual Learning Tools to Engage Your Readers YA: Characters Who Speak Truth to Power CREATION & FABRICATION ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM On Demand Programs Dungeons and Dragons and Teens, Oh My! Go, Graphic Novels, Go!...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Cosplay: It’s Fun for Everyone ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Creating a Digital Media Lab Saturday, April 24 STEM Programming 101: Create a Fun, Affordable, Library Programming with STEAM-powered Working Together: Reading and the Texas School Hands-on Experience for Children...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Animatronics Library Standards...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Virtual Summer Reading Program: Lessons from Research Says - Encourage Creativity and Doodling in Summer 2020...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM the Classroom

Texas Library Association | 40 Friday, April 23 Thursday, April 22 Virtual Programming in Small Community Libraries: Digital Playgrounds for Middle School and High School: Library Services to Incarcerated Populations Successes and Failures...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Using Choice...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Bites with LIRT (Library Instruction Round Table) Make Time to Play...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Working with Neurodiverse Students in the College ...... 12:30 - 1:30 PM Letters About Literature: Student Engagement and Setting...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Virtual Learning Tools to Engage Your Readers Inclusion...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Equity: Moving Beyond Intention to Inclusive Practice ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Open Your Virtual Doors...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM ...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Radical Misinformation: How Extreme Ideas Pandemic Programming: Finding Sense in the Read with PRIDE: YA LGBTQ+ Lit...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Attain Legitimacy...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Pandemonium...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23 STEM Programming 101: Create a Fun, Affordable, Just Read It: Join ProjectLIT...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Storytime Programs for Children with Disabilities Hands-on Experience for Children...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Library Instruction as Performance...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM TexQuest Support for College and Career Readiness Virtual Storytime: Copyright and Connecting to Patrons Make Your Library Website More 508 Compliant ...... 4:15 - 5:15 PM Online...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Friday, April 23

PROGRAMS BY TRACK PROGRAMS BY Saturday, April 24 Navigating Dyslexia with Digital Literacy Make Time to Play...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Flying High - Drone Racing & VR combined ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Navigating Dyslexia with Digital Literacy ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM ¡Estamos para servirle! Harnessing the Value of ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Giving All Teens a Voice...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Bilingual Communities...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM High School to College Transition: How Can Library 24/7/365: How to Promote Your Program to We Need (Neuro)Diverse Books!...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Librarians Help?...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Families at Home...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM Beyond Pride Month: Integrating LGBTQ+ Services Library Instruction as Performance...... 3:00 - 4:00 PM Beyond Student Library Aides: Creating Ambassadors ...... 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM What Does Information Literacy Really Mean for Your Library...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Saturday, April 24 in School Libraries?...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM School Librarians Surfing the 6 Cs with Wakelet Auditing our School Library Space + Program with an You Shared What? Digital Citizenship Instruction ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Equity Lens...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM in Schools...... 4:00 - 5:00 PM Think Inside the Box: Equity, Access and Innovation Saturday, April 24 with Kits...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM TRANSLITERACY & INSTRUCTION Coping with Teaching Anxiety...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM You Do THAT in the Library? Programming That Works On Demand Programs Using Multi-Modal Texts to Develop Listening, for Secondary School Libraries...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Research Says - Encourage Creativity and Doodling in Speaking, Reading, Writing and Thinking Skills the Classroom ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM SERVICES FOR SPECIAL Student Clubs Sponsored by the School Library POPULATIONS School Librarians Surfing the 6 Cs with Wakelet Two Heads are Better Than One: The Power of Library ...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM On Demand Programs Instructional Partnerships Working Together: Reading and the Texas School Accessible Websites: More than a Checklist Thursday, April 22 Library Standards...... 1:45 - 2:45 PM Using Closed Captioning to Make AV Resources Fill the Gaps: Teaching Students Life Skills Accessible ...... 10:15 - 11:15 AM

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Texas Library Association | 42 Follett Book Fairs with Safety in Mind

On-Site Book Fairs Low-Touch Book Fairs Bring a full bookstore experience to your school We provide a smaller footprint intended to with our low-touch safety suggestions. create a low-touch, space-conscious, on-site book fair. This mobile design can be customized An on-site fair enables students to shop in to fit in various spaces – indoor, outdoor, a person, and family and friends can use the hallway or even separated and rolled into online companion fair to support student classrooms by grade level to reduce traffic. reading from afar. Any way you choose to shop, more books lead to a lifelong love of reading! Every low-touch book fair comes with suggested safety resources and the ability to also shop online. We can now ship eFair book orders direct to student’s homes! Online Book Fairs Follett Book eFairs are an easy, contactless way to ensure students have access to great books while you earn rewards for your school. You can get your online book fair up and running in just a few minutes.

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CONFERENCE PROGRAM Thank you to members of the committee for persevering through extraordinary change and challenges to develop an outstanding program for TLA 2021. Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to the association and the library profession are truly remarkable and much appreciated. Valerie Prilop, co-chair, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Lisa Loranc, Brazoria County Library System The Learning Center Mary Manning, University of Houston Libraries Special Collections Melanie Scales, co-chair, Turlington Elementary School, Waller ISD Edward Melton, Harris County Public Library Treva Shawn Anderson, Houston Community College Elizabeth Nebeker, Cypress Fairbanks ISD Tamiko Brown, Fort Bend ISD Maria Olivarez, Aldine ISD Nora Dethloff, Greater Western Library Alliance Carmen Peña Abrego, Houston Public Library Sarah Falcon, Lamar CISD Clemencia Ramirez, Aldine ISD Israel Favela, Harris County Public Library Mellissa Sanchez, Meadows Elementary School, Fort Bend ISD Stephanie Fulton, Texas A&M University - Medical Sciences Library Liz Sargent, Montgomery County Memorial Library System Elizabeth Gilbert, Eisenhower Ninth Grade School, Aldine ISD Jessica Scheller, Klein ISD Judith Hiott, Retired Jennifer Schwartz, Harris County Public Library Brandon Hodge, Houston Community College Amber Seely, Harris County Public Library Travis Ford Holder, Texas Medical Center Library Cherie Turner, University of Houston Jennifer Holland, University of Houston-Clear Lake Emily Vinson, University of Houston Jessica Lilly Hughes, University of Houston - Clear Lake Ann Vyoral, Education Service Center - Region 20 Melody Karle, University of Houston Libraries Rachael Welsh, Brazoswood High School, Brazosport ISD Sue Kaufman, Houston Public Library / Clayton Library Center for Jessica Williams, Brazoria County Library System Genealogical Research Stephanie Williamson, Brazoria County Library System LOCAL ARRANGEMENTS Thank you to members of the committee for your outstanding work done prior to the decision to make TLA 2021 a fully virtual conference. We appreciate your time and leadership and look forward to experiencing San Antonio in 2024. Dale McNeill, co-chair, San Antonio Public Library Desmond London, San Antonio Public Library Wendy Howk, co-chair, North East ISD Elizabeth McArthur, BiblioTech Veronica Anderson, San Antonio Public Library Ana Menchaca, San Antonio Public Library Steven Barrera, San Antonio Public Library Tina Mesa, Palo Alto College Dori Clements, Athens Elementary School, South San Antonio ISD Katie Michna, Robert G. Cole Middle and High School, Brad Cloud, South San Antonio ISD Fort Sam Houston ISD Matt De Waelsche, San Antonio Public Library Brooke Mjolsness, San Antonio Public Library Teresa Diaz, Hill Middle School, North East ISD Jake Odland, San Antonio Public Library Monica Garza Bustillo, San Antonio Public Library Deanna O’Marah, Aue Elementary, Northside ISD Cecylia Godoy, Ed White Middle School, North East ISD Sara Romine, Woodstone Elementary, North East ISD Tosca Gonsalves, Palo Alto College Tara Schmidt, University of Texas at San Antonio Samantha Gordano, San Antonio Public Library Jacob Sherman, University of Texas at San Antonio Christie Gudowski, Reagan High School, North East ISD Pamela Thompson, Judson ISD Charlotte Gustafson, Churchill High School, North East ISD Sheri Watkins, Molly Pruitt Library at Roosevelt High, North East ISD Haley Holmes, San Antonio Public Library Natalie Watts, Huebner Elementary, North East ISD Ann Laird, San Antonio Public Library Jan Williams, Medina Valley ISD Michelle Lewis, North East ISD Rhonda Woolhouse, San Antonio Public Library Code of Conduct

The Texas Library Association (TLA) is dedicated to providing a harassment- Harassment includes offensive comments or actions related to gender, free environment for everyone engaged with the association at events gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical and on social media channels, regardless of gender, gender identity and appearance, body size, age, ethnicity, military status, race, or religion. expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body Sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, size, age, ethnicity, military status, race, or religion. We do not tolerate harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other harassment in any form at any TLA events or activities, or on any TLA social events, inappropriate physical contact, unwelcome sexual attention, media channels, including those managed by TLA units. online bullying, cyberstalking, name calling or humiliating or disparaging language is not tolerated. Individuals asked to stop any harassing We encourage productive and constructive discussion and participation. behavior at events or online are expected to comply immediately. Be kind to others. Do not insult or put down others. Behave professionally. Remember that harassment, and sexist, racist, or exclusionary jokes are If an individual engages in harassing behavior, TLA may take any action not appropriate. deemed appropriate, including warning the offender, expelling them from the event, banning them from future events, hiding or deleting comments, and/or blocking the offender from any TLA social media channels.

Texas Library Association | 44 Exhibiting Companies As of January 5, 2021

branch Driving on the Right Side of The TLA Exhibit Hall features many virtual 3 the Road 720 Design exhibitor booths offering the latest library- EBSCO Information ABDO Services related products and services. Be sure to ABDO Digital ediciones Lerner allow plenty of time to visit and connect with ABDO Kids Enslow Publishers the exhibitors. ABDO Publishing EPIC Press ABDO Zoom Estey Shelving Zoologist Reycraft Books ABRAMS The Art of Books Eustis Chair, LLC Alexandria Library Lynn Draper The RoadRunner Press acts On File Rosen Publishing/Power Automation F ackin FamilySearch M Kids / Cavendish Square Algonquin Young Readers/ Macmillan Children’s Rourke Educational Media Workman FE Technologies Publishing Group Russwood Library Furniture American Psychological Films On Demand Macmillan Publishers Association Follett / Follett Book Fairs Magic Wagon afeSpace Concepts Arte Publico Press S Freshcoast Furniture Magination Press/American Sam Houston State Authors Tim Tingle and Doc Psychological Association University - Department of Moore Gale, a Cengage Company Magnetic Press Library Science Averus Corporation Gareth Stevens Publishing, Inc./ Enslow Publishers The Mailbox SBT - Storybook Theater Baker & Taylor GOBI Library Solutions Manga Classics SCBWI - Texas Biblionix Graphic Universe Media Flex - OPALS - CERF Scholastic, Inc. bibliotheca Greenhaven MSI Information Services School Library Journal Bilingual Storyteller, Sue Gumdrop Books meeScan Bintec Library School Life, a division of Young Services Inc. imagestuff.com achette Book Group Blocks Rock! H Midwest Tape Society of Children’s Book Harlequin Bloom’s Millbrook Press Writers and Illustrators - Harper Horizon Texas Chapters Bloomsbury Children’s Miller, Lucas, Singing Books HarperCollins Children’s Zoologist Sebco Books Books Book Systems, Inc. Mitinet Library Services Shadow Mountain Publishing Bound To Stay Bound Books HarperCollins Christian Simon & Schuster, Inc. Publishing / Harper Focus ature Conservancy Boyds Mills and Kane N SirsiDynix HarperCollins Leadership Nienkämper Library Boyds Mills Press Sourcebooks HarperCollins Publishers Nobrow/Flying Eye Books Brainfuse South Texas School Holiday House Norton Young Readers Britannica Books Furniture The Horn Book NoveList Brodart Company Spotlight Houghton Mifflin Harcourt ByWater Solutions LLC OPALS - CERF - Media Flex Star Bright Books IDW Publishing OverDrive Inc. State Bar of Texas Law- Calkins Creek Related Education Independent Publishers ajama Press Candlewick Press Group (IPG) P Sterling Publishing Palmieri Capstone Infobase Storybook Theatre of Texas Peachtree Publishing Carolrhoda Books Ingram Library Services (ILS) Sue Young, Bilingual Carolrhoda Lab Company Storyteller Cavendish Square JIMMY Patterson Books Penguin Random House Adult Library T2 Design CERF - Curriculum Education Junior Library Guild Penguin Young Readers Take Care of Texas Resource Finder arge Print Press L Perma-Bound Books TCEQ Chronicle Books Learn360 PGAL TeachingBooks.net COI - College of Information, LearningExpress Pop! Texas Holocaust and University of North Texas Lectorum Publications, Inc. Power Kids Genocide Commission CoLibrì System Lerner Digital ProQuest Texas Municipal Courts Crabtree Publishing Lerner Publisher Services Education Center Company Prufrock Press Lerner Publishing Group Texas SmartBuy/Texas Publishers Spotlight Darby Creek Library Interiors of Texas Comptroller Publishers Group West Demco / Upstart Library Journal Texas State Library & Diamond Book Distributors Little, Brown Books for Random House Children’s Archives Commission Disney Publishing Young Readers Books Texas Woman’s University Worldwide Live Oak Media Readers to Eaters - School of Library and Information Studies Dorling Kindersley Lucas Miller, Singing ReferenceUSA

45 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 TexQuest Tech Logic University of North Texas Wings Press EXHIBITING COMPANIES TexQuest Support Center at Today’s Business Solutions Department of Information The Worden Company ESC-20 Toon Books Science Wordsong Theatre, Storybook Tor/Forge Books University of Texas Press Workman Publishing Thorndike Press Trinity Library Resources Vista Higher Learning / Company Tiger Tales Twenty-First Century Books Santillana USA The World Almanac® for Kids Tilbury House Tyndale House Publishers W. W. Norton & Company Zest Books Tim Tingle, Choctaw author University of North Texas What on Earth Books Zoobean Tiny Owl Books College of Information

EXHIBIT HALL SCHEDULE Thursday, April 22 | 10am – 6pm TLA President’s Welcome & Exhibit Hall Grand Opening: 12:45 –1:45pm Friday, April 23 | 10am – 6pm Optimal times*: 11:15am – 12pm; 1:00 – 1:45pm; 5 – 6pm Saturday, April 24 | 8:30am – 4pm Optimal time*: 11:15 – 1:45pm Exhibitor Giveaways & Closing Ceremony | 4 – 4:30pm *times with fewest events/education sessions scheduled

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All sessions are open to all attendees, unless otherwise noted. LEGEND President’s Program CPE#L100: SBEC 0.5 Learn how to understand and implement the Community Engagement Toolkit, a resource Session Type General Session I developed by a TLA task force to assist all library Found next to event number 8:30 - 10:00 AM Frederick Joseph is an types in meeting community needs. Increase CR – Chat Room award-winning marketing your knowledge of community engagement Live Zoom rooms, with video, for SCHEDULE | THURSDAY SCHEDULE | THURSDAY professional, media and learn how to identify potential community scheduled socials and events representation advocate, collaborators. L – Live and writer who was Devery Johnson, Montgomery County Live broadcasts recently selected for the Library; Jenna Pacheco, Carrollton Public Forbes 30 Under 30 list. He’s also the winner Library; and Holly Russell, Town of Highland LC – Live Chat Park Prerecorded sessions followed of the 2018 Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award, given by Comic-Con International: San Diego, 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES by a live chat DIVISION. and was selected for the 2018 Root 100 List OD – On Demand of Most Influential African Americans. He will CPE#QA349: SBEC 1.0; Prerecorded sessions available to discuss his latest book, The Black Friend: view any time TSLAC 1.0 On Being a Better White Person. Speaking Coding for Teens: directly to the reader, calls up QA – Video Q&A The Black Friend How to Lead a Prerecorded sessions followed race-related anecdotes from the author’s past, by a live video question and weaving in his thoughts on why they were hurtful Coding Program answer period and how he might handle things differently now. with Girls Who Code Continuing Professional Frederick Joseph, Candlewick. Amanda Souza 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. 10:15 - 11:15 AM Education Credits Join Girls Who Code to learn more about how to CPE#L264: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 encourage girls in your community to connect CPE#LC277: SBEC 1.0 coding skills and confidence to change the Event State Board TX State Library & 2x2 Reading List Showcase world! A public librarian who successfully ran Number for Educator Archives Commission & Session Certification 10:15 - 11:15 AM several teen coding programs and a 3 to 8-week Type The Texas 2x2 Reading List Committee will program series on coding will share lessons introduce the titles on the current list and learned. showcase activities and resources to promote Elizabeth Boggs, Harris County Public the books. Library; and Amanda Souza, Girls Who Code All programs will be recorded and Ross Burach, Scholastic; and Cynthia PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION AND 2021 PROGRAM available through June 22, 2021 Cooksey, McAllen ISD COMMITTEE. CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. CPE#LC172: SBEC 1.0 CPE#L309: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Cool Jobs: 2021 Edition Advocate This, Not That 10:15 - 11:15 AM 10:15 - 11:15 AM A panel of librarians with atypical jobs will tell It is important that school librarians align you where they work, what they are doing, and their thinking and language with campus how they got there. Find and succeed at careers administrators in support of long-range goals to that build on your library and information science achieve student success. We will turn the tables education. on reading, information literacy, edtech, and Caryn Bush-Baird, Poytner Institute; Julie collection development and demonstrate how, Domel and Mike Knoop, Trinity University; through physical and digital resources, libraries and Jim Oberman, Wall Street Journal provide equity and access, curriculum and SPECIAL LIBRARIES DIVISION. instruction, college and career readiness, and a universal design for learning. CPE#LC137: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Stacy Cameron, Frisco ISD; Brandi Dawson, Creative and Inclusive Wayfinding Lewisville ISD; and Emma McDonald, 10:15 - 11:15 AM Mesquite ISD The current hosts of LibraryDesignShare share TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. examples of creative library signage, how to design for different populations, including those CPE#QA116: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 with physical impairments, and where to find Bringing It Together: Introducing ideas. the TLA Community Engagement Jess Denke, Muhlenberg College; and Naomi Tool Kit Gonzales, LAC Group 10:15 - 11:15 AM 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE.

47 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#LC229: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#QA293: SBEC 1.0 approaches, equipment, costs, and partnerships. SCHEDULE | THURSDAY Fill the Gaps: Teaching Students Tackling Tough Topics in Middle Justin Dyer, Hillsboro City Library; Michelle Life Skills Grade Lit Slonaker, Chico Public Library; Cate Sweeney, Bee Cave Public Library; and Sarah 10:15 - 11:15 AM 10:15 - 11:15 AM Traugott, Lake Travis Community Library Could your school library have programming Life can be difficult for many children as they SMALL COMMUNITY LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE AND TEXAS on “real life” skills like financial responsibilities struggle with diverse identity, families, and STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. or civil engagement? Learn how to determine situations beyond their control. Middle grade student needs, propose programs and get buy-in authors will discuss their work and why it is so CPE#LC287: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 from students and teachers. important for books to explore difficult themes Working with Neurodiverse and to reflect on the reality of some children’s Jessica Hedrick, Point Isabel ISD Students in the College Setting YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. lives. Lisa Fipps, Penguin Random House; Gordon 10:15 - 11:15 AM CPE #LC360: SBEc 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Korman, Scholastic; Barbara O’Connor, More than 15,000 students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) enter college each Leaning into Discomfort: Macmillan Children’s Publishing; Jasmine Warga, HarperCollins; and Rebecca Stead year. Participants will gain a basic understanding Talking about Race and Anti-Racism and Nic Stone, Random House Children’s of ASD, learn strategies for supporting in Libraries Books neurodiverse students in one-on-one and 10:15 - 11:15 AM CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. classroom settings, and hear about the need for Libraries are hubs of learning where students universal design and flexibility. feel safe to be themselves. Learn professional CPE#LC163: SBEC 1.0 Chelsea Anderson and Erin O’Toole, development strategies for guiding librarians Tejas Star Celebration: Quality University of North Texas through anti-racist work, discuss and share Bilingual and Spanish Titles since COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES DIVISION. ideas to continually grow in these practices, and 2007 obtain resources for addressing racial equity within libraries. These tools will assist librarians 10:15 - 11:15 AM Authors who have been featured on the Tejas in continuous growth and evaluation to ensure Star Reading List will discuss both their previous their space is genuinely anti-racist. featured titles and upcoming bilingual and Shannon Houston and Ami Uselman, Round Spanish titles. Rock ISD Monica Brown, Lee and Low; Xavier Garza, Gary Paulsen Dwayne Reed TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Arte Publico and Cinco Puntos Press; Joe Hayes, Cinco Puntos Press; and Rafael Lopez, CPE#L167: SBEC 0.75 CPE#LC346: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 HarperCollins Children’s Books Opening Author Session Library Services to Incarcerated TEJAS STAR BOOK READING LIST COMMITTEE. 11:30 - 12:30 PM Populations Join us for a lively discussion with authors 10:15 - 11:15 AM CPE#LC161: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Gary Paulsen and Dwayne Reed. Paulsen is the Public librarians hold a collective mission TexShare and TexQuest Updates author of Hatchet, a modern-day classic which to welcome and serve all people. With 10:15 - 11:15 AM won the Newbery Honor Award. He has written incarceration rates rising, there is a call to action This news-you-can-use session about the more than 100 books for children and teens. His to provide increased library services to these TexShare and TexQuest programs will give you newest book is Gone to the Woods: Surviving a individuals. In this session, librarians will share the latest information on these vital resource Lost Childhood. Here, he writes about a series how they are providing library services to youth sharing programs and how you can participate of life-altering moments from his turbulent and adults who are incarcerated. in them. childhood as his own original survival story. Rebecca Gillen, Windham School District; Karen McElfresh, Elizabeth Philippi, Reed is America’s favorite rapping teacher Randall Harris and Bryan Kratish, Harris Danielle Plumer, Kate Reagor, and Russlene from Chicago who spreads his message of County Public Library; Lisa Loranc, Brazoria Waukechon, Texas State Library & Archives inspiration and empowerment to more than County Library; and Kandy Taylor-Hille, Commission 50,000 followers, subscribers, readers, listeners, Angleton ISD TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. and fans. Each month, hundreds of new and PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. aspiring teachers attend his engaging live CPE#QA151: SBEC 1.0 seminars and rousing, interactive workshops to CPE#QA109: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Top Texas Topaz Picks experience the thrill of teaching. His first book, Retirees Never Really Retire 10:15 - 11:15 AM Simon B. Rhymin’, is a humorous, heartwarming 10:15 - 11:15 AM Discover the newest and best nonfiction for story about a young Black rapper whose rhymes You’ve retired! Travel and hobbies are great, all ages included on the latest Texas Topaz help bring his neighborhood together. but what about a meaningful job - either paid or Nonfiction Reading List. Hear from authors and Gary Paulsen, Macmillan; and Dwayne Reed, volunteer? Listen to a panel of retired librarians find new titles to use for collection development. Little Brown Books. who have found purposeful employment and join TEXAS TOPAZ NONFICTION READING LIST COMMITTEE. LIBRARY FRIENDS, TRUSTEES, AND ADVOCATES ROUND in the discussion on how to find a position that TABLE. interests you and the benefits of doing so. CPE#LC110: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 #CR378 Sharon Amastae, Library Advocates; Robert Virtual Programming in Small Boyer, Orchestra of New Spain; Alma Bites with LIRT (Library Instruction Community Libraries: Successes Ravenell, retired; Annella Schneider, retired; Round Table) and Ana Cleveland, University of North Texas and Failures 12:30 - 1:30 PM RETIRED LIBRARIANS ROUND TABLE. 10:15 - 11:15 AM Join members of TLA’s Library Instruction Round Presenters representing small community Table (LIRT) for a virtual version of the annual libraries will discuss the struggle of the digital Bites with LIRT! Bring a snack and a drink and divide in rural communities. Hear about program share in a discussion about library instruction

Texas Library Association | 48 and information literacy topics. safe[r] for everyone. Participants will define the CPE#LC209: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 LIBRARY INSTRUCTION ROUND TABLE. building blocks of a culture of respect and work Creating an Inviting School Library on an implementation plan. for All TLA President’s Welcome & Exhibit Federico Salas-Isnardi, City of Houston 1:45 - 2:45 PM Hall Grand Opening LATINO CAUCUS ROUND TABLE AND TEXAS STATE Learn ways to create a welcoming school library LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. 12:45 - 1:45 PM that invites and encourages students at all reading levels to come into the library and feel Check out the TLA 2021 virtual exhibit hall and CPE#LC391: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 see what exhibitors have to offer. comfortable in the space. Burn, Censor, Sanitize: Trends in Deidra Ballard-Moore, Dallas ISD; Brooke Intellectual Freedom Challenges Corso, Houston ISD; Elizabeth Gilbert, 1:45 - 2:45 PM Aldine ISD; Kari Heitman, Katy ISD; and Lacy Each year, libraries face challenges to their Sage, Roosevelt ISD books, displays, exhibits and programs. Learn YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE AND CHILDREN’S ROUND SCHEDULE | THURSDAY SCHEDULE | THURSDAY about those that have occurred over the past TABLE. year and how you can prepare for potential future challenges. CPE#QA425: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Tiffany D. Jackson Ilyasah Shabazz Kristin Pekoll, American Library Association Creativity Bootcamp for STEAM- CPE#L263: SBEC 1.0 INTELLECTUAL FREEDOM COMMITTEE. Powered Learning Black Caucus Round Table Author 1:45 - 2:45 PM Session CPE#L283: SBEC 1.0 Join Andrea Calvin of the Reynolds Center/ 1:45 - 2:45 PM Children’s Round Table Hosts a FableVision for a STEAM-Powered session Speakers Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm Conversation with Shannon Hale featuring two creativity tools - FabMaker Studio X, and award-winning author Tiffany D. Jackson and LeUyen Pham and Animation-ish. During this session discover will discuss their latest release, The Awakening how schools, libraries, and programs across 1:45 - 2:45 PM the country have used FabMaker Studio and of Malcolm X. The creative team behind the new book Itty-Bitty Animation-ish to create practical, affordable Tiffany D. Jackson and Ilyasah Shabazz, Kitty-Corn, speak about their work. A business makerspaces and inspire creativity. This session Macmillan meeting precedes the program. BLACK CAUCUS ROUND TABLE provides instruction for getting comfortable with Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham, ABRAMS two web-based programs including a one month The Art of Books; and Sara Pope, Houston demo of each of the tools. Participants will leave CPE#QA204: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Public Library with ideas for their libraries and inspiration for Building Cultures of Respect CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. the community. 1:45 - 2:45 PM Andrea Calvin, FableVision Learning (MA) Challenge yourself to question and deconstruct the concepts of diversity and respect and learn 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. how to be effective in creating contexts that are

THURSDAY, APRIL 22 • 1:30 – 4PM By Invitation Only The Texas Library Association School Administrators Conference is a unique opportunity for school administrators to learn about issues and trends impacting school library services, and how to leverage the expertise of their school librarians to impact student achievement. A keynote panel session on Creating and Supporting Financially Sustainable Library Programs will be followed by breakout sessions titled Library Lingo: What on Earth is My Librarian Talking About?, School Librarians as Diversity Influencers, and Making the Grade with your School Library Program.

49 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#QA305: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 media and marketing strategies to engage promoting a sustainable future. Learn about SCHEDULE | THURSDAY LGBTQ+ Advocacy in the users, and communicate your library’s programs, the award-winning Sustainable Libraries Library and in the Classroom events and services to your audience. Initiative and recent commitments made within Caitlin Jeansonne, MMI Agency (Houston, the American Library Association that support 1:45 - 2:45 PM TX) libraries in leading sustainability efforts to ensure Learn how to establish a Gay Straight Alliance 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. their communities thrive in the future. (GSA) support group, why it will help your students, and how you can partner with your Rebekkah Aldrich, Mid-Hudson Library System classroom teacher to provide vital services for CPE#QA147: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 LGBTQ+ youth 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. It’s Not Mahoganie Gaston, Dallas ISD; and Heather #CR393 Hornor and Camille Stafford, Richardson ISD Imposter Syndrome TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. 1:45 - 2:45 PM Texas Library Grants Information By examining the origins Session CPE#LC113: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 of imposter syndrome, 1:45 - 2:45 PM Magnify STEM Disciplines in Your we can uncover how Get tips and ideas for submitting a successful Library, Naturally! library organizations Texas Book Festival Grant application. and managers play a role in constructing the Karen Meno, Rockwall ISD; and Lucy Velez, 1:45 - 2:45 PM phenomenon and its effect on library workers. Texas Book Festival Introduce your students to wildlife and get them Learn how white supremacy, organizational started in conservation and citizen science TEXAS BOOK FESTIVAL COMMITTEE. culture, and other workplace conditions projects. With a focus on butterflies, birds, contribute to the problem and identify and other common critters, you can create CPE#LC185: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 opportunities for improvement. sanctuaries that provide wildlife habitats as well Virtual Advocacy Tools and Best Nicola Andrews, University of San Francisco as inspirational learning for your students. Practices 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND LEADERSHIP John Lucas Miller, Biorhythms Publishing DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. 1:45 - 2:45 PM STORYTELLING ROUND TABLE. Advocacy can’t stop even in our virtual world, make your voice heard! Learn about effective CPE#LC423: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 online tools to communicate with stakeholders CPE#LC138: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Serving Vulnerable Populations at and best practices for advocating virtually. Making More: Increase Your Your Public Library Makerspace Value in Higher Ed Gretchen Pruett, New Braunfels Public 1:45 - 2:45 PM Library; and Julie Todaro, Austin Community 1:45 - 2:45 PM A public library director and two social workers College Hear how a collaboration between a who work in public libraries will share how LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE. makerspace and a community college library has libraries can collaborate with other organizations aided faculty in creating authentic makerspace to create resources and programs to serve CPE#LC414: SBEC 1.0 projects that reflect academic goals and people who are vulnerable, oppressed, YA Rom-Com Teens Love Romantic outcomes, and established opportunities for homeless, or living in poverty. Comedies Too! creative conversations that foster student Patrick Lloyd, Georgetown Public Library; agency, learning, and engagement. Stacy McKenzie, City of Lubbock; and Lee 1:45 - 2:45 PM Alexandra Almestica and Bianca Bermudez, Patterson, Richland Library (SC) Romance is in the air with a dash of the ridiculous we all experience when it comes to Houston Community College PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. love. Who doesn’t love a love story? CPE#QA178: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Olivia Abtahi, Penguin Random House; and S. K. Ali, Melissa Kanter, and Morgan Matson, CPE#LC255: SBEC 1.0 Small Talk Is a Big Deal More Than Just Friendships: Simon & Schuster 1:45 - 2:45 PM YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. Allies in Middle Grade Fiction TLA past presidents will share concrete 1:45 - 2:45 PM strategies for making connections and engaging CPE#L435: SBEC 2.0; TSLAC 2.0 Five middle grade authors will discuss the with others through small talk and conversations. School Administrator’s Conference role of allies in their novels and how fictional Skills gained in the session will empower you By Invitation Only allies model empathy and activism for readers. to engage with your community, in advocacy Participants will explore ways to incorporate efforts, and across the profession. 1:45 – 4:00 PM The Texas Library Association School book discussions about what it means to be an Walter Betts, University of Texas at Arlington; ally, with resources to share with learners. Kathy Hillman, Baylor University; Jennifer Administrators Conference is a unique Ruth Behar, Penguin Random House; Becky LaBoon, Infobase Learning; and Susan Mann, opportunity for school administrators to learn Calzada, Leander ISD; Barbara Dee, Aladdin/ Hillsboro City Library about issues and trends impacting school library Simon & Schuster; and Laura Shovan, LIBRARY FRIENDS, TRUSTEES, AND ADVOCATES ROUND services, and how to leverage the expertise Houghton Mifflin Harcourt TABLE, COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES DIVISION, of their school librarians to impact student LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE, PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION, CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. achievement. A keynote panel session on SMALL COMMUNITY LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE, AND TEXAS Creating and Supporting Financially Sustainable ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. CPE#L119: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Library Programs will be followed by breakout sessions titled Library Lingo: What on Earth is My Professional Marketing on a Library CPE#L419: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Librarian Talking About?, School Librarians as Budget: Social Media Strategies Sustainable Thinking: Creating from an Ad Agency Exec Diversity Influencers, and Making the Grade with Environmental, Fiscal, and Social your School Library Program. 1:45 - 2:45 PM Equity in Libraries 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE, SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR’S A marketing executive will present real world 1:45 - 2:45 PM CONFERENCE TASK FORCE, AND TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & examples demonstrating how to utilize social Libraries have an important role to play in ARCHIVES COMMISSION.

Texas Library Association | 50 that bring communities together. Participants CPE#LC355: SBEC 1.0; will leave with activities for students, and a TSLAC 1.0 bibliography of resources. Art and literacy Exploring activities will include materials from a variety of Black/African cultures. American Andrea Ramirez and Jessica Scheller, Klein Undergraduate Gloria Amescua David Bowles ISD Experiences in CPE#QA215: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. #OwnVoices and Libraries #DignidadLiteraria: Advocating for CPE#L191: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 3:00 - 4:00 PM Learn about a research study that recasts Marginalized Voices in the Literary Creating Resilient the narrative of students of color by bringing Scene Communities: Libraries Respond to attention to their needs, expectations, and lived 3:00 - 4:00 PM Climate Change experiences in a predominately white institution. SCHEDULE | THURSDAY SCHEDULE | THURSDAY With recent controversies over lack of diversity 3:00 - 4:00 PM Attendees will hear stories from students about and inclusion in national literary dialogues, Academic and public librarians will share how their (dis)engagement with libraries both before movements for change have emerged and libraries are working within their communities and during college, and the implications for the introduced powerful narratives about the to raise awareness about and mitigate climate library profession. mainstream publishing industries. Learn how change. Find inspiration for how you can Tracey Overbey, The Ohio State University librarians, authors, and book reviewers have participate in social change within your own COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES DIVISION AND taken an approach to foster the voices of their community. BLACK CAUCUS ROUND TABLE. communities in these conversations. Katrin Abel and Jace Furches, Austin Gloria Amescua, Abrams Books For Young Public Library; Betsy Evans, Sul Ross State CPE#LC153: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Readers; David Bowles, University of Texas University; Andrew Murphy, Mill Valley How Public Libraries Can Assist - Rio Grande Valley; Sara Patricia Montoya- Public Library; Rebekkah Aldrich, Mid- Communities in Times of Crisis Hernandez, McAllen Public Library; Andrea Hudson Library System; and Lisa Spiro, Rice Sanderson, San Antonio Public Library; and University 3:00 - 4:00 PM Laura Tadena, Texas State Library & Archives 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE Hear from public library leaders as they describe Commission how they stepped out of their “librarian” role 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND LATINO CAUCUS ROUND CPE#LC249: SBEC 1.0 and engaged in other activities to help their TABLE Digital Resources from the Lone communities respond to COVID-19. They will Star State share lessons learned and how to prepare for CPE#QA146: SBEC 1.0 future times of crisis. 87th Legislative Session Update 3:00 - 4:00 PM Cecily Ponce De Leon, Plano Public Library; Institutions and organizations throughout Texas 3:00 - 4:00 PM Daniel Schwartz, Corpus Christi Public are working on digitization projects to make Get the latest news from the Texas Capitol and Library; Rebecca Sexton, Georgetown Public materials freely available online. This lightning learn how legislation impacting all types of Library; and Roosevelt Weeks, Austin Public talk will showcase digital resources available libraries is faring. Library. from public, academic, and special libraries from DISASTER RELIEF COMMITTEE. Marty De Leon, Escamilla & Poneck, LLP; around the Lone Star State that can be used for Edward Smith, Abilene Library Consortium; and Mark Smith, Texas State Library & research, teaching, and outreach. CPE#LC134: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Archives Commission Miguell Ceasar, Houston Public Library; Inclusive Pedagogy Online: Making Bethany Herman, Houston Community LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE Learning More Accessible in College; Nikole Koehlert, Austin Public Academic Libraries Library; and Kelsey Peduzzi, Texas CPE#LC340: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Department of Transportation. 3:00 - 4:00 PM Copyright in the Age of Pandemics DIGITAL LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE AND SPECIAL LIBRARIES The need for college and university librarians 3:00 - 4:00 PM DIVISION. to incorporate accessible, inclusive teaching The challenges of virtual and off-site learners practices is paramount. Learn about the basic and patrons has brought a new set of copyright CPE#L342: SBEC 1.0; principles of inclusive teaching practices and challenges, but copyright law is prepared for TSLAC 1.0 universal design for learning and how to apply unusual situations. Learn how to interpret the Equity: Moving them to your online teaching. law and modify programs and lessons to comply Beyond Intention to Emily Deal, Veronica Arellano Douglas, and with federal statutes and rules. Inclusive Practice Carolina Hernandez, University of Houston. Carrie Russell, American Library Association; 3:00 - 4:00 PM 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. and Carol Simpson, Eichelbaum Wardell Adopt an equity-framed Hansen Powell & Munoz, P.C. library practice that CPE#QA311: SBEC 1.0 PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION, COPYRIGHT AND ACCESS incorporates student driven Kidlit Author/Illustrator Dream ROUND TABLE, AND TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. programming and culturally relevant pedagogy. Teams Award winning librarian Julie Strivers will help 3:00 - 4:00 PM CPE#LC424: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 attendees explore multiple strategies and reflect A panel of authors and illustrators will talk about Creating Collective Experiences: on how they can serve as a roadmap for building how their powers combine to bring a story to Bridging Literacy and Art in the an inclusive library. life. Library Julie Stivers, Wake County Public Schools Annie Barrows and Sophie Blackall, (NC) Chronicle Books; and Matt de la Peña, Andy 3:00 - 4:00 PM TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Miller, Christian Robinson and Kyle Sheele, Collaborations between art teachers and Penguin Young Readers. librarians can create collective experiences CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE.

51 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#L195: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 relevant again. SCHEDULE | THURSDAY Navigating the Library eBook Deborah Politsch, Waller ISD; and Charlotte Market Polk, Brenham ISD 3:00 - 4:00 PM TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Leaders in library eBook advocacy will share CPE#LC225: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 the latest changes in the library eBook market, Zachary Nunn Kendall Toarmina focusing on efforts by the American Library But I Don’t Know How to Booktalk! CPE#LC129: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Association, the Council of State Library 4:15 - 5:15 PM Libraries as Social Change Agencies, and other groups to make it more The lost art of booktalking is integral to the core friendly to libraries. mission of libraries: literacy. Learn and practice Agents: Create Systemic Change in Michael Blackwell, St. Mary’s County Library the art of intriguing your readers by honing your your Organization to Support Black (MD); Alan Inouye, American Library booktalking abilities and Brown Staff Association; Ramiro Salazar, San Antonio Alexandra Cornejo, Harlingen CISD; and 4:15 - 5:15 PM Public Library. Stephanie Galvan Russell, friEDTechnology. Looking for meaningful and sustainable ways 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. to make your organizational culture more ARCHIVES COMMISSION. inclusive and welcoming to people of color? Two CPE#LC218: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 organizational change experts and corporate CPE#LC406: SBEC 1.0 Dungeons and Dragons and Teens, strategists will discuss practical strategies that Read with PRIDE: YA LGBTQ+ Lit Oh My! will help you recruit and retain diverse staff and 3:00 - 4:00 PM serve as a model and change agent for your 4:15 - 5:15 PM Read the rainbow with our amazing panel of YA Dungeons & Dragons, as well as other tabletop local community. authors writing with an LGBTQ+ focus! Role-Playing Games (RPGs), are becoming more Zachary Nunn, Living Corporate; and Kendall Dahlia Adler and Julia Lynn Rubin, popular and mainstream. A librarian who has Toarmina, PricewaterhouseCoopers Macmillan; Mike Curato and Aiden Thomas, been a Dungeon Master (DM) for teens at a 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Macmillan Children’s; H.E. Edgmon, Inkyard Press; Trung Le Nguyen, Random House; and public library will discuss the benefits of tabletop RPGs, best practices, tips and tricks so that you CPE#QA179: SBEC 1.0; Ray Stoeve, ABRAMS The Art of Books. TSLAC 1.0 YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. can start this wickedly popular program at your library! Radical Misinformation: CPE#LC162: SBEC 1.0 Dustan Archer, Rosenberg Library; and Sean How Extreme Ideas Tejas Star: Lo Mejor of Bilingual and Heller, Katy ISD Attain Legitimacy Spanish Books YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. 4:15 - 5:15 PM 3:00 - 4:00 PM CPE#QA429: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 The spread of conspiracy The Tejas Star Reading List committee will Empower Voices: Training theories and misinformation present the 2021-2022 list and its corresponding Librarians to Facilitate Online Book is of increasing concern in today’s world. Learn activity guide. Committee members will give how misinformation spreads and how librarians, book talks and share activities for each book. Clubs with DEI Themes 4:15 - 5:15 PM through information literacy, can inoculate Elizabeth Ibarra Gaylor, Ardmore Public patrons against it. Library. During this time of civic unrest, many librarians Anna Merlan, Vice Media TEJAS STAR BOOK READING LIST COMMITTEE. are looking for ways to promote, engage, and facilitate these discussions about implicit bias, 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. CPE#QA222: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 cultural competence, and antiracism. Whether CPE#LC196: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Using Satire to Teach Information you’re thinking about a library, campus, or Reflecting Diversity in Your Literacy completely open community type of forum, this session will share training tips that can prepare Library’s Catalog: Moving Beyond 3:00 - 4:00 PM facilitators for online virtual discussions on these the Limitations of Library of The use of satiric news content in library topics. Congress and Dewey instruction can be a fun and effective way to Dede Rios, University of Incarnate Word capture the attention of students and help them 4:15 - 5:15 PM 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. understand information literacy concepts. Learn Many library catalogs include descriptors that fail how to use satire as a teaching tool and explore to adequately describe our diverse world and CPE#QA106: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 best practices for using satirical news video can often “other” the people and topics they are clips. Empower Your Storytelling Voice! describing. Librarians who have embarked on Annis Adams, Stephanie Alexander, and Lana Tips and Techniques for Beginning projects to include more inclusive/representative Mariko Wood, California State University. Storytellers metadata and cataloging practices in their online 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. 4:15 - 5:15 PM catalogs and digital libraries will share lessons No experience necessary! Learn the basics of learned. CPE#LC320: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 telling stories with tips and techniques to start Emily McDonald, Lawrence Public Library; Virtual Learning Tools to Engage your storytelling journey. This interactive session Nikita Mohammed, Harris County Public will include games and exercises to develop your Library; and Anne Washington and Anping Your Readers Wu, University of Houston. storytelling skills. Demonstrations and practice 3:00 - 4:00 PM will enable you to enrich your storytelling voice! 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE, CATALOGING AND METADATA Would you or your teachers like to engage ROUND TABLE, AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. your students with virtual learning tools for Toni Simmons, Storyteller and Author reader’s response? Join us as we share various STORYTELLING ROUND TABLE. technology applications to make what has become boring and mundane, exciting and

Texas Library Association | 52 CPE#LC408: SBEC 1.0 CPE#LC319: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#LC330: SBEC 1.0 Secrets and Lies: Unreliable TexQuest Support for College and Wellness Across the Lifespan: Narrators in YA Lit Career Readiness Trusted Health Information from 4:15 - 5:15 PM 4:15 - 5:15 PM the U.S. Government Plots twist and turn in these YA novels with TexQuest resources can help students 4:15 - 5:15 PM unreliable narrators. Authors will discuss the prepare for college, entrance exams, explore Learn about health information and authoritative craft of creating an unreliable narrator that careers, and write resumes. Learn about these health resources from a variety of the reliable keeps readers guessing! resources and how you can incorporate them government resources such as U.S. National Sarah Everett, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; into classroom assignments and other student Library of Medicine and Centers for Disease E. Lockhart, Random House; and Alessandra learning opportunities. Control and Prevention. Narváez Varela, Cinco Puntos Press Norma Gutierrez, Education Service Center Brian Leaf, University of North Texas Health YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. - Region 20 Science Center TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS ROUND TABLE AND SPECIAL SCHEDULE | THURSDAY SCHEDULE | THURSDAY CPE#LC258: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 LIBRARIES DIVISION. So You Want to Sit in the Corner CPE#LC410: SBEC 1.0 Office? The Creative Pen: YA Authors who CPE#QA205: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 4:15 - 5:15 PM Podcast What’s OER Got to Do with A dynamic group of Texas library directors will 4:15 - 5:15 PM Libraries? discuss the various roads they took to get into Hear from YA authors as they discuss how 4:15 - 5:15 PM the big office and creative ways to navigate podcasting about writing helps them connect to Open Education Resources (OER) provide rich and overcome obstacles and gain insight into their audiences and move forward in their craft. materials for student learning, and they are opportunities to develop your leadership skills. Charlie Jane Anders, Tor; Dhonielle Clayton, often free! Librarians are equipped to help Leah Mann, Prosper ISD; Manya Shorr, Fort Disney Publishing Worldwide; Marissa educators find just the right materials. Hear Worth Public Library; Edward Smith, Abilene Meyer, Macmillan Children’s; and Emily X.R. from librarians and faculty working with open Library Consortium; and Julie Todaro, Austin Pan and Nova Ren Suma, Algonquin. educational resources in higher education, and Community College YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. the implications for K-12 libraries. SUPERVISION, MANAGEMENT, AND ADMINISTRATION Carrie Gits, Austin Community College; ROUND TABLE. CPE#QA150: SBEC 1.0 Bruce Neville, Texas A&M University; and Topaz Youth Reading List Nathan Smith, Houston Community College CPE#L314: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Presentation with Authors 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Spinning Plates: Managing Multiple eBook Access Models 4:15 - 5:15 PM The purpose of the Texas Topaz Reading CPE#L295: SBEC 1.0 4:15 - 5:15 PM List is to provide children and adults with Windows and Mirrors: Mexican Modern academic libraries are constantly recommended nonfiction titles that stimulate American Literature for Youth with faced with the challenge of managing multiple reading for pleasure and personal learning. the Rivera Book Award simultaneous eBook models and there is Learn about some of the titles for children from 4:15 - 5:15 PM no universally applicable, one-size-fits-all a panel of authors whose works are included on Past winners of the Tomas Rivera Book Award, management solution. Experts will explore this year’s list. which honors books reflecting the Mexican- locally focused eBook management, paying TEXAS TOPAZ NONFICTION READING LIST COMMITTEE. American experience, will discuss the movement particular attention to the areas of selection, for windows and mirrors in literature, and ideas day-to-day operations, and assessment of eBook CPE#QA194: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 for inclusive programming. models. Virtual Summer Reading Program – David Bowles, University of Texas - Rio Laurel Crawford, University of North Texas; Results from Summer 2020 Grande Valley; Priscilla Delgado, St. John’s Leah Hamrick, Texas Christian University; 4:15 - 5:15 PM University; Xelena Gonzalez, Tomas Rivera Amanda Price, Texas State University; and Book Awards; and Sandra Murillo-Sutterby, This past summer, both Youth and Adult Summer Natasha Siu, Southern Methodist University Texas State University Reading Programs transitioned from face-to- ACQUISITIONS AND COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT ROUND TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION, TABLE. face to virtual within a couple of months due to LATINO CAUCUS ROUND TABLE, AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES COVID-19. Explore what worked, what didn’t, DIVISION. CPE#LC245: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 and get tips on how this format could work in STEM Programming 101: Create the future. a Fun, Affordable, Hands-on Jennifer Bacall, John Schaffer, and Nancy Experience for Children Hu, Harris County Public Library; Natasha Benway, Central Public Library; and Sarah 4:15 - 5:15 PM Traugott, Lake Travis Community Library Learn about STEM programming for children 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES that won’t break the bank and will motivate DIVISION. them to experiment with science, technology, engineering, and math. Carmen Lazo, Pflugerville Public Library CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE.

53 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 TLA AFTER HOURS SCHEDULE | THURSDAY

#CR454 and our guest public school librarian Candi Rae Boehme. Enjoy these University of North Texas Reception performances as stories are told from many different points of view. 5:15 - 6:00 PM Candi Boehme, Channelview ISD; Bill Harley, Round River Productions; The UNT College of Information - Department of Information Science Sue Kuentz, Kuentz Creative Consulting; Pamela Pipkin, storyteller; invites you to its virtual Alumni & Friends reception. Join us for an evening and Tim W. Tingle, storyteller.. of entertainment and the opportunity to reconnect with faculty and former STORYTELLING ROUND TABLE. classmates. RSVP to [email protected] #CR180 #CR452 Battledecks 2021 University of Texas Alumni Reception 7:30 - 8:30 PM Need a laugh? Don’t miss out on Battledecks! This great improv game 5:15 - 6:00 PM challenges contestants to speak on a theme within a time limit using slides Join us for a Virtual Happy Hour and Networking Event with Dean Eric T. that they have never seen before. You’ll leave thoroughly entertained and Meyer and friends of the iSchool. inspired to try this fun programming idea at your library. THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS. TALL TEXANS ROUND TABLE. CPE#L339: SBEC 1.0 CPE#L439: SBEC 1.0 Book Buzzed Evening with the Authors 5:15 - 6:00 PM Publishers will highlight their favorite forthcoming titles for adults. Sponsored 7:30 - 8:30 PM Indulge with us, After Hours, and make it a truly memorable evening with by the Adult Library Marketing Association. the authors. We are mixing it up as TLA’s Evening with the Authors event will Margaret Coffee, Sourcebooks; Anne Fonteneau, Blackstone Audio; excite and entertain attendees with a delightful line-up of writers. Be ready Linette Kim, Bloomsbury; Michelle Leo, Simon & Schuster; Annie Mazes, Workman; Erica Melnichok, Penguin Random House; Melissa to raise a glass to their books! Nicholas, Hachette Book Group; Anthony Parisi, Tor/Forge Books; Lily Menon, Macmillan; and Mallory O’Meara, Hanover Square Press Golda Rademacher, W. W. Norton & Company; Talia Sherer, Macmillan; 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Virginia Stanley, HarperCollins; and Ann Zangri PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION.

#CR275 New Members Round Table Social 5:15 - 6:00 PM Meet your fellow new TLA members at this fun social event. NEW MEMBERS ROUND TABLE.

#CR112 Ideas2Go SCLRT Dessert Social Presenters at these lightning talks 5:15 - 6:00 PM will share tips and tools on a variety This is a social for small community libraries to come together for of themes in a 5 – 10-minute pre networking, professional growth, and fun. SMALL COMMUNITY LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE AND TOCKER FOUNDATION COMMITTEE. recorded session, accompanied by a live chat Q&A. #CR182 TALL Texans Social THEMES: 5:15 - 6:00 PM Catch up with fellow TALLs, welcome the class of 2021, and congratulate this year’s Standing TALL recipient. The social is the perfect way to connect. • Summer Reading TALL TEXANS ROUND TABLE. • Fandom #L200 TLA After Hours Keynote • Diversity & Inclusion 6:30 - 7:10 PM Watch for an exciting announcement in mid-January! • Atypical Collections 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. • Mental Health CPE#L154: SBEC 1.5 Storytelling Concert: Empowering Voices! • STEAM 7:00 - 8:30 PM Do you have an idea to share? Submit Our featured storyteller/author/singer is Bill Harley, children’s author and all-around fun family oriented storyteller and singer. Other tellers include your proposal ideas by January 22. Choctaw storyteller/author Tim Tingle, Librarian/storyteller Pam Pipkin,

Texas Library Association | 54 Friday, April 23 Program & Events

All sessions are open to all attendees, unless otherwise noted.

LEGEND CPE#CR190: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Learn how the Hidalgo County Library System, President’s Program New Public Library Director Meetup a federated system of 13 public libraries, has Session Type By Invitation Only modeled local networking and collaboration Found next to event number 8:00 - 9:00 AM across population sizes, specifically exploring Congratulations on becoming a public library how the work has changed with COVID-19. CR – Chat Room director! Texas State Library & Archives System directors will discuss their network and Live Zoom rooms, with video, for collaborations, joint projects, and training efforts. scheduled socials and events Commission Library Development Network staff will share information that will help you succeed Arnoldo Becho, Weslaco Public Library; L – Live in your new role. Topics include accreditation Yenni Espinoza, Penitas Public Library; Kate Live broadcasts and the Annual Report, community engagement, Horan, McAllen Public Library; and Marisol Vidales, Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial working with your governing authority, and LC – Live Chat Library more. Leave this session ready to meet the Prerecorded sessions followed TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. by a live chat needs of your community. Katherine Adelberg, Texas State Library & OD – On Demand CPE#LC268: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Archives Commission Prerecorded sessions available to Balancing Technology and Social TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. view any time Media to Become More Mindful QA – Video Q&A 10:15 - 11:15 AM Prerecorded sessions followed CPE#L101: SBEC 0.5 Learn practical, everyday strategies for balancing by a live video question and General Session II technology use and overcoming obstacles in answer period 9:00 - 10:00 AM a way that develops better relationship skills, Continuing Professional Isabel Wilkerson, winner reduces anxiety, and increases awareness from a certified Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Education Credits of the Pulitzer Prize and the National Humanities and Mindfulness educator. CPE#L264: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Medal, has become a Joe Tedesco, Northside ISD leading figure in narrative 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Event State Board TX State Library & Number for Educator Archives Commission nonfiction, an interpreter & Session Certification of the human condition, and an impassioned CPE#QA291: SBEC 1.0 Type voice for demonstrating how history can help Coming Soon to a Shelf Near You: us understand ourselves, our country, and Star-studded Middle Grade Fiction our current era of upheaval. Her debut work, 10:15 - 11:15 AM All programs will be recorded and The Warmth of Other Suns, won the National Favorite middle grade authors will introduce available through June 22, 2021 Book Critics Circle Award, the Heartland Prize their new projects and talk about their writing for Nonfiction, the Anisfield-Wolf Award for life. Find out what books you should not miss Nonfiction, the Lynton History Prize from Harvard this year! and Columbia universities, and the Stephen Jonathan Auxier, ABRAMS The Art of Books; Ambrose Oral History Prize and was shortlisted Angela Dominguez, Macmillan Children’s for both the Pen-Galbraith Literary Award and Publishing Group; David Levithan and Stacy the Dayton Literary Peace Prize. McAnulty, Random House Children’s Books; She won the Pulitzer Prize for Feature Writing Renee Watson, Bloomsbury; Kimberly Holt, in 1994, as Chicago Bureau Chief of The New Macmillan Children’s; Hena Khan, Simon & York Times, making her the first African-American Schuster Books for Young Readers woman to win a Pulitzer Prize in journalism. CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. She is the author of Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, a #1 New York Times bestseller and CPE#QA307: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 an Oprah’s Book Club selection, which is long- Digital Playgrounds for Middle listed for the National Book Award. TIME called School and High School: Using Caste “A transformative new framework through Choice which to understand identity and injustice in 10:15 - 11:15 AM America.” A high school librarian and an instructional Isabel Wilkerson, Penguin Random House coach will share how they collaborate with 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. teachers to create a “playground” with any topic. Students learn to be creative and this method can be adapted for all levels of learners. These CPE#LC173: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 techniques can be used in both face-to-face and A Network of Libraries, Large and virtual classroom settings. Small: The Hidalgo County Library Claire Hogg and Angie Pidgeon, San Angelo System ISD. 10:15 - 11:15 AM TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION.

55 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#LC343: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#QA397: SBEC 1.0 and teens. SCHEDULE | FRIDAY Helpful Resources for Your Joel Bangilan, Holocaust Museum of TAYSHAS Reading List Homeschool and Virtual School Houston; Michelle Calderon, Imagination 10:15 - 11:15 AM Population Playground; Montana Rindahl, Mammen Join the discussion as several TAYSHAS authors Family Memorial Library; and Jill Wood, The chat about their books! 10:15 - 11:15 AM Parish School. Shaun David Hutchinson, Simon & Schuster; Homeschooling and now virtual school present CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. unique challenges for public libraries. Learn Brigid Kemmerer, Bloomsbury; Stacey Lee, Penguin; Jared Reck, Random House; about resources, collections, and programs to CPE#LC322: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 support homeschool and virtual school parents Margaret Rogerson, Simon & Schuster; Laura Nooks and Crannies: Finding Amy Schlitz, Candlewick; and Elizabeth and their children. Space(s) for All Your Patrons Nebeker, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Megan Buck, Midland County Public Library; YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. Leigh Kapsos, Grapevine Public Library; and 10:15 - 11:15 AM Erica Richardson, Benbrook Public Library. Claim every square inch of your library space to CPE#LC230: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES meet the needs of all your learners. Quiet area? DIVISION. Sensory/relaxation room? Club/collaboration Use TexQuest Usage Data to Impress space? Faculty getaway or PLC meeting room? School Administrators CPE#QA380: SBEC 1.0 Makerspace? Eating zone? A/V production? 10:15 - 11:15 AM Hopes and Dreams: Four New Books Clear out those offices and closets and carve Join us to learn how to use TexQuest usage Highlighting Texas out interactive, multipurpose areas to amplify data to impress your school administrators, 10:15 - 11:15 AM your library’s role as the hub of your learning school board, and other stakeholders. School Four Texas authors will discuss how the hopes community. Learn how to reconfigure and librarians advocate for the electronic resources and promises of Texas influence their characters, rethink your space to invite every type of learner we provide, but do we use that data to promote and how the landscape, culture, and history to find their “spot.” the important work we do in our school shaped their stories. They will share ideas Julie Brem, Pflugerville ISD libraries? Let us get creative and dive into Excel for incorporating their books into lessons on TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. with a purpose - promoting our school library teaching the history of Texas. programs. Meghan Browne, Random House Studio; Alda CPE#QA220: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Valicia Greenwood and Elizabeth Philippi, Dobbs, Sourcebooks; Nicholas Solis, Del Valle So You Want To Be On A Reading Texas State Library & Archives Commission. ISD; and Candy Wellins, Philomel and Page List Committee TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. Street Kids. 10:15 - 11:15 AM 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE, CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE, Many TLA members want to be a part of a CPE#LC136: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. reading list committee, but don’t know how or Weeding 101 for the Academic where to start. Experienced committee members Library CPE#QA158: SBEC 1.0 will provide guidance and insight about the work 10:15 - 11:15 AM Lariat List Author Panel that TLA reading committees do and how to get Weeding, the overlooked nemesis of librarians, 10:15 - 11:15 AM involved. is a dire necessity to stay relevant to student The goal of the Lariat Adult Fiction Reading List Priscilla Delgado, St. John’s University; and needs. This session covers weeding basics, is to highlight outstanding fiction that is “simply Kelly Wadyko, Pasadena ISD. best practices, collection development policies, a pleasure to read.” To that end, a nine-member YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE AND 2021 PROGRAM and considerations for different sized academic committee of librarians annually selects 25 COMMITTEE. libraries. outstanding fiction titles. In this moderated 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. panel discussion, hear from a group of Lariat List CPE#LC411: SBEC 1.0 authors about their featured works. We Can Do Hard Things; Difficult #L108 LARIAT ADULT FICTION READING LIST COMMITTEE. Lives and Diverse Voices in YA Lit Reading List Coordination 10:15 - 11:15 AM Committee SessioBy Invitation Only CPE#QA279: SBEC 1.0 Explore characters who rise above hardships to Little Maverick Graphic Novel 11:30 - 1:00 PM overcome adversity and thrive. The TLA Reading List Coordination Committee Reading List Showcase Asha Bromfield, Macmillan; Charlotte Nicole hosts this by-invitation-only session. 10:15 - 11:15 AM Davis, Tor; Whitney Grandison, Maika YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Moulite and Maritza Moulite, Inkyard Press; Committee will introduce the titles on the current Kim Johnson, Penguin Random House. list. Authors will speak about their books and the YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. importance of graphic novels as a literacy tool. Katherine Counterman, Katy ISD; and CPE#LC253: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Jennifer Holm and Savanna Ganucheau, Storytime Programs for Children Random House Children’s Books. with Disabilities CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. 10:15 - 11:15 AM Learn to develop alternative storytime programs CPE#QA256: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 for youth with disabilities. Presenters will share Make Time to Play how to develop a program from inception to 10:15 - 11:15 AM completion and provide in-depth program Join a conversation with librarians who examples. implement play in learning experiences Mary Wise, Riter C. Hulsey Public Library. at the library. Participants will synthesize CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. playwork principles and see how play meets developmental benchmark skills among children

Texas Library Association | 56 CPE#LC168: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 ideas, and more. Creating LGBTQ+ Spaces in LARIAT ADULT FICTION READING LIST COMMITTEE AND Academic Libraries TEXAS TOPAZ NONFICTION READING LIST COMMITTEE.

1:45 - 2:45 PM CPE#L332: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 This program will focus on mainly physical Letters About Literature: Student Kathy Carroll Melanie Huggins Martha Whitehead spaces academic libraries can create to serve the LGBTQ+ community. It will be a moderated Engagement and Inclusion CPE#L434: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 discussion between two librarians about physical 1:45 - 2:45 PM Director’s Symposium spaces they or their libraries have created within Join us as we celebrate the student winners 12:00 - 1:00 PM their buildings as well as things they would like of the 2020 and 2021 Texas Letters About Library leaders will share their experiences to do in the future and challenges they’ve had to Literature competition and hear the winning

SCHEDULE | FRIDAY SCHEDULE | FRIDAY in crisis management and leadership. They overcome in the process. They may also touch letters students in grades 4-12 wrote to authors will describe how libraries and professional on virtual spaces and librarians physically being who changed them or their view of the world. organizations can pivot to address racial equity safe spaces for students and faculty to come to Learn how to promote this inspiring program and social justice issues in the time of a health for help with resources on sensitive topics. with teachers and students. crisis and the potential long-term effects on the Kimberly Gay, Prairie View A&M University; Abby Harrison, Greenhill School (Addison, library profession. Julie Leuzinger, University of North Texas; TX); and Rebekah Manley, Texas State Library & Archives Commission Kathy Carroll, Round Rock ISD; Melanie and Janie Richardson-Hopkin, Stephen F. Huggins, Richland Library (SC); and Martha Austin State University. TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Whitehead, Harvard Library (MA) QUEERS & ALLIES ROUND TABLE AND COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES DIVISION. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. CPE#QA398: SBEC 1.0 Lone Star Reading List CPE#QA141: SBEC 1.0; CPE#QA226: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 1:45 - 2:45 PM TSLAC 1.0 The Lone Star Reading List encourages students Libraries, Advocates and Friends: Harness the Empowering Partnerships in grades 6, 7 and 8 to explore a variety of Power of Diversity in current books. Come join us as several Lone 1:45 - 2:45 PM Your Organization Star authors past and present chat about their Effective and empowering partnerships between newest books! libraries and their advocates, including friends 1:45 - 2:45 PM Draw upon the experiences groups, community leaders, parents, and Tommy Greenwald, ABRAMS The Art of and perspectives of Books; April Henry and Steve Sheinkin, trustees, must be carefully built and nurtured. diverse members of Macmillan Children’s; Kekla Magoon, Get tips and hear success stories, along with your organization to foster collaboration and Candlewick; and Julie Murphy, Harper a few challenges and caveats, from library innovation in the workplace. Attendees will Collins. advocates and librarians, and develop concrete receive information on building relationships, YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. strategies for moving forward. managing conflict, encouraging communication, Julie Campbell and Lori Cox, Onley and employing inclusive practices daily. CPE#LC325: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Community Library; Sherill Duren, Retired; Make Your Library Website More Kathy Hillman, Baylor University; Eric Nancy Hutchins, The Center for Change and Lashley, Central Texas Library System; Conflict Resolution, College Station, TX. 508 Compliant Gretchen Pruett, New Braunfels Public 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION 1:45 - 2:45 PM Library; and Janet Thompson, Georgetown COMMITTEE, AND SUPERVISION, MANAGEMENT, AND Website accessibility and 508 compliance can ADMINISTRATION ROUND TABLE. Public Library. be intimidating if you aren’t familiar with the COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES DIVISION, LIBRARY basics. Learn about Section 508, the federal CPE#LC183: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 FRIENDS, TRUSTEES, AND ADVOCATES ROUND TABLE, law that requires certain websites to be safe PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION, SMALL COMMUNITY How to Be the Promotion Manager and accessible to people with disabilities. LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE, AND TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & of Your Library ARCHIVES COMMISSION. Participants will leave with five ways to make 1:45 - 2:45 PM websites more accessible for these patrons. CPE#LC368: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Your school community doesn’t know what the Naomi Gonzales, University of Houston. Change is the Only Constant: library has to offer if you don’t show them! Learn 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Effectively Leading Through Change strategies to get students and staff excited about the library and focused on literacy. Turn reluctant 1:45 - 2:45 PM CPE#QA329: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 readers into enthusiastic readers and make Navigating Dyslexia with Digital Being a manager in the best of times is everyone want to be in the library. challenging. Managing during a pandemic Literacy Liz Fambrough, Houston ISD; Brandye is daunting. Change is the only constant in Roland, Brazosport ISD. 1:45 - 2:45 PM our professional and personal lives. Library 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Dyslexia can be overwhelming for families to leaders must be prepared to help guide their navigate. Experts in this field will share common staff through these challenges. Learn how to CPE#QA159: SBEC 1.0 misconceptions about dyslexia and discuss tips be prepared to effectively lead and implement Lariat and Topaz Reading Lists: and strategies to best support your learners during unforeseen events. and their families with digital resources and Adult Fiction and Nonfiction Michele Gorman, Fort Worth Public Library; literature. Pairings Cynthia Lynn Peterson, Unger Memorial Tina Berumen and Mary Kennington, Library; Martin Shupla, Pasadena Public 1:45 - 2:45 PM Coppell ISD. Library; and Roberto Zapata, Houston Public Members from TLA’s Lariat Reading List (fiction TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Library. for adults) and Texas Topaz Reading List PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION AND SUPERVISION, (nonfiction for all ages) committees will book MANAGEMENT, AND ADMINISTRATION ROUND TABLE. talk featured titles from both lists and explore possible public library programming, display

57 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#L345: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 YA mystery authors discuss the art of suspense: will create a list of new books to purchase for SCHEDULE | FRIDAY Open Your Virtual Doors their insights are guaranteed to keep you on the their libraries. 1:45 - 2:45 PM edge of your seat! Tracey Baptiste, author; Cheryl Willis This session will give participants practical, Angeline Boulley and June Hur, Macmillan Hudson and Wade Hudson, Random House ready-to-use strategies for creating and Children’s; Kim Liggett, MacMillan/ Children’s Books; and Linda Sarsour, Simon sustaining an effective virtual, school library Wednesday Books; and Karen McManus and & Schuster. program. Participants will gain an overview Rory Power, Random House. BLACK CAUCUS ROUND TABLE AND CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. of what a virtual school library program is, YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. and components required to be successful. CPE#LC242: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Additionally, participants will explore virtual CPE#LC386: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Bring Out the Best in Both: TexQuest programming to keep the school library top of Using Your Personal Power to mind with teachers and parents, even in a virtual Improve Your Organization and Google environment. 1:45 - 2:45 PM 3:00 - 4:00 PM Michelle Easley, Positive Push Press, LLC. Learn about the nature of personal power and “Don’t use Google” was a common refrain in TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. how to use it on behalf of your organization. the past, but times have changed! Explore ways Shape positive outcomes for yourself and your TexQuest digital resources integrate with Google CPE#QA188: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 library. Maureen Sullivan is the longtime leader and discover how these partners can team up Pandemic Programming: Finding of the TALL Texans Leadership Development to make inquiry and research authentic and engaging. Sense in the Pandemonium Institute and is the former President of the American Library Association. Susan Reeves and Martha Rossi, Education 1:45 - 2:45 PM Service Center - Region 20. School and public librarians will discuss ideas Maureen Sullivan, Maureen Sullivan Associates. TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION and lessons learned from non-traditional youth AND TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. programming during pandemic times. Learn the 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. kinds of programs that work best online and tips CPE#LC385: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 for virtual programming. CPE#LC364: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 ¡Estamos para servirle! Harnessing Civil Conversations in Uncivil Times Joel Bangilan, Holocaust Museum of 3:00 - 4:00 PM Houston; Rebecca Denham, Houston Public the Value of Bilingual Communities It can be difficult these days to have civil Library; Jill Wood, The Parish School 3:00 - 4:00 PM conversations about controversial topics, (Houston, TX); Teresa Dolan and Lisa Stultz, Transform your library into an essential especially when there is disagreement. Spring Branch ISD. component in building a campus wide bilingual, Learn skills and strategies for making these 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. bi-literate, and bi-cultural environment. Bilingual discussions productive and meaningful. librarians offer a framework focused on CPE#QA217: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 selection, best practices, and developing social Nicole Robinson, Houston Public Library Shaping School Library Collections programs and community engagement. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. to Inspire Engagement Daniela Guardiola, Pflugerville ISD; Ro Menendez, Mesquite ISD; Randi Sather, CPE#LC187: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 1:45 - 2:45 PM Curating a Diverse Collection for a Building quality school library collections is no Austin ISD; and Carolyn Slavin, Leander ISD. longer all that is required to satisfy educators TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION Non-Diverse Population and inspire students. The author of the ALA AND CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. 3:00 - 4:00 PM publication Collection Development for School How do you make sure that you are curating a CPE#LC269: SBEC 1.0 Librarians, Ramona Kerby, will outline strategies library collection that is diverse while making to prepare school librarians for making collection 17th Annual Poetry Round Up sure the books aren’t tokenizing populations? development decisions that ensure learners and 3:00 - 4:00 PM Discuss best practices for creating a diverse educators actively engage with the materials. In this year’s Round Up, participants will collection of books and the importance of Learn about weeding methods, school library hear diverse poets read from their work and representation, even if your patron population is standards, curriculum analysis, and collection experience firsthand the pleasures to be found not diverse. management. in the spoken word and the power of poetry for Elizabeth Tanguma, McAllen Public Library. Ramona Kerby, McDaniel College (MD) developing literacy and language. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. ACQUISITIONS AND COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT ROUND Carole Boston Weatherford, Candlewick; TABLE AND TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS Mahogany Browne; Safia Elhillo, Penguin CPE#LC251: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 DIVISION. Random House; Lisa Fipps, Author; Nikki Digital Preservation of Disasters Grimes, poet and author; Joy McCullogh, 3:00 - 4:00 PM CPE#LC412: SBEC 1.0 Penguin Random House; Naomi Shihab As pandemics and natural disasters make life The Power of Friendship in YA Lit Nye, poet; Sylvia Vardell, Texas Woman’s University; Janet Wong, Pomelo Books. more unpredictable, librarians and archivists 1:45 - 2:45 PM CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE, TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF scramble to preserve the historical record by YA authors discuss how their work expresses the SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION, AND YOUNG ADULT creating digital collections. This panel will share power of friendship to engage teen readers. ROUND TABLE. their experiences preserving local history related Jawad Arash and Trent Reedy, Algonquin; to recent events such as Hurricane Harvey and Bethany C. Morrow, Tor; and Laura CPE#QA300: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 COVID-19. Silverman, author. Be a Voice: Anti-Racism in Kasey Fanucchi, Denton Public Library; YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. Children’s Books Amanda Focke, Rice University. 3:00 - 4:00 PM DIGITAL LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE AND SPECIAL LIBRARIES CPE#LC401: SBEC 1.0 Children’s book authors will speak about their DIVISION. The Suspense is Killing Me! works and how reading books like theirs can 1:45 - 2:45 PM encourage an anti-racist outlook. Participants Mysteries and thrillers abound in YA. Several

Texas Library Association | 58 CPE#LC140: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#QA199: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#LC362: SBEC 1.0 Future Planning for Technical Rags to Riches: Recycling Books for We Need (Neuro)Diverse Books! Services Teams Holiday Fun, Fashion, and Furniture 3:00 - 4:00 PM 3:00 - 4:00 PM 3:00 - 4:00 PM A librarian and advocate with a personal interest Share your ideas and experiences on how to Crafty bibliophiles will be inspired with new in serving neurodiverse students will share the future-proof technical services teams. Topics ideas for recycling books for holiday fun. latest books by neurodiverse authors. Leave with will include succession planning, revision of Discover a profitable alternative to the traditional resources to help you develop your collection. positions to respond to changes in library and book sale by turning repurposed volumes into Adriana White, South San Antonio ISD need, and thinking holistically about where popular and marketable items with the added TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. technical services fit into overall library services. benefit of involving crafters in the process. Nora Dethloff, Greater Western Library Julia Ousley, New Braunfels Public Library. CPE#LC402: SBEC 1.0

SCHEDULE | FRIDAY SCHEDULE | FRIDAY Alliance (KS); Melody Karle, University of LIBRARY FRIENDS, TRUSTEES, AND ADVOCATES ROUND YA Characters Who Speak Truth to Houston. TABLE AND SMALL COMMUNITY LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE. Power 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. 3:00 - 4:00 PM #QA399 Some of the most powerful voices in Young Adult CPE#LC192: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Share the Maverick Reading List literature have a conversation about characters High School to College Transition: with YA Readers who take risks to stand up for what’s right and How Can Librarians Help? 3:00 - 4:00 PM demand what is moral no matter the cost. 3:00 - 4:00 PM The Texas Maverick Graphic Novels Reading List Namina Forna and Camryn Garrett, Random From high school senior to college freshman, do encourages students grades 6 and up to explore House; Nikki Grimes, poet and author; your students have the needed library research current books for recreational reading. Members Tiffany D. Jackson, Macmillan; Randi Pink skills? How can librarians and college counselors of this year’s committee will talk about their and Ilyasah Shabazz, Macmillan Children’s partner to help students shore-up the skills they favorite books. Publishing; Nic Stone, Random House. need to be successful? Come gather the best Alexandra Cornejo and Betsy Vela, Harlingen YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. library practices for ensuring the successful CISD; Heather Hornor, Richardson ISD; transition from school libraries to academic Amanda Hunt, New Braunfels ISD; Lorraine CPE#L352: SBEC 1.0 libraries in a world now riddled with online Roussin, San Antonio ISD; April Toman, Your Public Library learning and COVID-19 impacts to education. Schertz Public Library; Marianne Vadney, Presents Panel discussion featuring school and academic Abilene Public Library; and Lisa Zinkie, Fort Worth ISD 3:00 - 4:00 PM librarians along with high school and college YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. Celebrate the life and counselors. work of civil rights icon Kimberly Gay, Prairie View A&M University; CPE#CR267: SBEC 1.0 Congressman John Melanie Wachsmann, Lone Star College/ Speed Dating with Planners for Lewis. Andrew Aydin who Harris County Public Library; and April co-authored the MARCH Adult Programs Young, Beth Keene, and Elizabeth Nebeker, graphic novel trilogy with Congressman Lewis Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. 3:00 - 4:00 PM will share his thoughts on how we can continue 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF Reinvigorate your programming for adults with to honor the Congressman’s legacy. SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. some new ideas! Gain confidence from the Aydin, the former Digital Director & Policy lessons learned by these program planners and Advisor to Congressman Lewis is also co-author, CPE#LC289: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 leave this session with a toolkit of program ideas with Congressman Lewis, of the forthcoming Just Read It: Join ProjectLIT and planning guides. RUN graphic novels, the sequel to the MARCH 3:00 - 4:00 PM Maggie Bond, Austin Public Library; Angie trilogy. MARCH, a required text in classrooms ProjectLIT is a grassroots literacy movement Garcia, US Army Sergeants Major Academy across America, is a vivid first-hand account of meant to empower students, promote a love (Fort Bliss, TX); Gwin Grimes, Jeff Davis John Lewis’ lifelong struggle for civil and human of reading, and celebrate books that value and County Library. rights and is urgently relevant in our current affirm all students. Learn how to start a chapter PROGRAMMING FOR ADULTS ROUND TABLE AND 2021 lives. on your school campus, no matter the age of PROGRAM COMMITTEE. your students. Educators who have created a Andrew Aydin robust program at a high school, middle school, CPE#LC413: SBEC 1.0 PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. and elementary school will share their expertise. Through Space and Time: YA Sci-Fi CPE#L170: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Amanda Hunt, Cassie Thomas, Melanie 3:00 - 4:00 PM Jaramillo, and Samantha Goldstein, New Join a stellar group of Young Adult authors for an Beyond Pride Month: Integrating Braunfels ISD. out-of-this world discussion about what’s new in LGBTQ+ Services TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION YA Sci-Fi. 3:00 - 5:00 PM AND YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. Erin Bowman, Houghton Mifflin; Olivia Understand how libraries of all types can serve Chadha, Erewhorn/Workman; Joan He, the LGBTQ+ community beyond book displays or CPE#QA326: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Macmillan Children’s Publishing; and Ananth pride month programming. Library Instruction as Performance Hirsh and Yuko Ota, ABRAMS The Art of April Rose Gain, Carrollton Public Library; 3:00 - 4:00 PM Books. Kimberly Gay, Prairie View A&M University; Teaching and performance art have a lot in YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. Heather Hornor, Richardson ISD; Adela common, but instruction librarians might feel Justice, MD Anderson Cancer Center. ill at ease on center stage. Explore the role of QUEERS & ALLIES ROUND TABLE ROUND TABLE AND stage presence in instruction and discuss how to COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES DIVISION. utilize the spotlight to create an atmosphere of engagement and inspiration in the classroom. Madelyn Washington, University of Houston. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE.

59 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#QA254: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Jonathan Stutzman, Chronicle Books; CPE#LC201: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 SCHEDULE | FRIDAY Blowing up the Canon: Adding Titles Colleen Venable and Stephanie Yue, Random Serving International Communities to Reflect Student Population House Children’s Books. During Times of Crisis CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. 4:00 - 5:00 PM 4:00 - 5:00 PM Join a conversation about the need to diversify From family separation and the humanitarian CPE#LC403: SBEC 1.0 beyond the same old titles and learn about crisis at the border to floods and pandemics, Latinx Voices in YA Lit resources and tools to help teachers create an libraries are a key resource in assisting inclusive learning environment. 4:00 - 5:00 PM immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugees with Jeanine Boyett, Michele Nichols, and Mary Latinx writers have long used their voices to navigating any crisis. Learn how to identify Shelton, Garland ISD. write about joy, strength, and hardship in their needs, find partners, and develop library CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. communities. This panel discussion showcases services/programs for these communities in Latinx authors and their works. times of crisis. CPE#QA250: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Daniel Aleman, Little Brown; David Bowles, Oscar Baeza, El Paso Community College; Digital Preservation Workshop University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley; Helen Chou, Houston Public Library; and Margarita Longoria, Penguin; Yamile Saied Ady Huertas, San Diego Public Library (CA). 4:00 - 5:00 PM Mendez, MG Fiction, Tu Books; Sylvia Zeleny, Learn about key elements of a digital PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION AND LATINO CAUCUS ROUND Cinco Puntos Press. TABLE. preservation program, including planning, YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. selection, preparation, storage, protection CPE#QA288: SBEC 1.0 and sustainment. Discuss reliable resources, CPE#QA174: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Sometimes, You’ve Just Gotta functional models and audit methods as well as OpenAthens Implementation tools and services available. Laugh! Humor in Books for Kids of 4:00 - 5:00 PM All Ages Courtney Mumma, Texas Digital Library. Librarians with roles in technical services DIGITAL LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE. 4:00 - 5:00 PM implementation or instructing users about Hear from a panel of authors about upcoming OpenAthens will learn the pros and cons of the CPE#L297: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 books that will tickle kids’ funny bones from system, how to educate users, and more. picture books to chapter books. Disrupt Inequity with Your School Daniel Cruz, University of Texas - Rio Grande Vera Brosgol, Jory John and Aaron Reynolds, Library Program Valley; Nha Huynh, The Texas Medical Center Macmillan Children’s Publishing; Peter Library, Houston; Saima Kadir, Houston 4:00 - 5:00 PM Brown and Raúl the Third, Little Brown Public Library; Diette Ward, Lee University Hear about what common diversity and Books for Young Readers; Jacqueline Davies, (TN). equity related terms really mean, learn about Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; and Charise microaggressions and how to combat them, and 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Mericle Harper, author/illustrator explore a diversity audit tool as you develop a CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. plan for creating a culture of belonging at your CPE#QA144: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 school. Programming Ideas: Social and CPE#QA299: SBEC 1.0 Michelle Easley, Positive Push Press, LLC. Emotional Learning The Beautiful World of Picture TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. 4:00 - 5:00 PM Books Research indicates a need for social and 4:00 - 5:00 PM CPE#QA441: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 emotional learning experiences in schools. Picture book creators remind us of the beauty The Evolution of Open Access Resources for developing programs related that can be found in the world and in other 4:00 - 5:00 PM to social and emotional learning, as well as people. Learn about new stories to share with Librarians will discuss the evolution of Open examples of successful programs/projects, young story lovers! Access (OA) including how repositories will be shared so attendees leave with solid Micha Archer, Penguin Young Readers; developed, how knowledge management can programming ideas that can be immediately Shawn Harris, Chronicle Books; Kaylani affect OA, and how copyright became critical. implemented. Juanita, ABRAMS The Art of Books; Juana Learn about OA publishing, and the impact it has Chelsea Taylor, Fort Bend ISD. Martinez-Neal, Candlewick Press; and Jarrett on graduate students and faculty as librarians 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE, PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION, Pumphrey and Jerome Pumphrey, author navigate what Open Access looks like in the AND TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS and illustrator. DIVISION. future. CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. Kris Helge, Texas Woman’s University; CPE#QA261: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Ramona Holmes and Kelly Visnak, University CPE#QA302: SBEC 1.0 of Texas at Arlington; Colleen Lyon, Reflections, Worldview and This is My Story: #ownvoices University of Texas at Austin; and Laura Connection: Inclusive School for Children Waugh, Texas State University Library Collections 4:00 - 5:00 PM 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE 4:00 - 5:00 PM Children’s book creators share books drawn Discussions about diversity are not always from their own lived experiences. These books CPE#QA284: SBEC 1.0 comfortable, especially in areas of ethnicity, serve as mirrors and windows for the children in Go, Graphic Novels, Go! anti-racism, race, religion, sex, and gender your community. 4:00 - 5:00 PM expression. In this session, explore titles, web Vanessa Brantley Newton, Random House The dynamic duos behind three new kids’ resources, and reviews of inclusive subject Children’s Books; Nidhi Chanani, Macmillan graphic novels talk about how they combine matter materials, to promote student emotional Children’s Publishing; Laura Freeman, their words and images to create the books kids safety and empowerment. Scholastic; Donna Barba Higuera, Levine will ask for over and over! Gordon Herring, Follett School Solutions; Querido; Rajani LaRocca, Lee & Low Books; Charlene Bowles, Cinco Puntos Press; David Janice Newsum, University of Houston - and Kekla Magoon, HarperCollins Children’s Bowles, University of Texas - Rio Grande Clear Lake. Books. Valley; Heather Fox, Macmillan Children’s; BLACK CAUCUS ROUND TABLE. CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE.

Texas Library Association | 60 CPE#LC328: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#L228: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 #CR197 Virtual Storytime: Copyright and You Shared What? Digital Public Libraries Division Connecting to Patrons Online Citizenship Instruction in Schools Membership Party 4:00 - 5:00 PM 4:00 - 5:00 PM 5:00 - 6:00 PM With the sudden need to provide virtual services, Learn how to teach students about digital Join the Public Libraries Division for an many libraries struggled with copyright concerns citizenship and presence, a timeless and ever- interactive night of mingling and networking. and determining how to offer virtual storytimes evolving subject. Attendees will hear examples Come find out how to get involved with PLD. for their youngest patrons. Learn how two public of activities and lessons to promote good digital We need you! Door prizes are included. libraries successfully offered storytime virtually citizenship. This membership party has been graciously by developing policies to address copyright and Deborah Zeman, Coppell ISD. sponsored by Ingram and Biblionix. fair use. YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE AND TEXAS ASSOCIATION PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION.

SCHEDULE | FRIDAY SCHEDULE | FRIDAY Todd Burleson, Winnetka Public Schools (IL); OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Bev Christenson, Dallas Public Library; and #CR433 Barb Rosenstock, Knopf/Penguin Random #CR450 Queers & Allies Round Table Social House. Sam Houston State University 5:00 - 6:00 PM COPYRIGHT AND ACCESS ROUND TABLE. (SHSU) Alumni Reception 5:00 - 6:00 PM CPE#L264: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#LC233: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Black Caucus Round Table 31st What Does Information Literacy #CR453 Anniversary Celebration: State of Really Mean in School Libraries? Texas Women’s University African American Librarians and 4:00 - 5:00 PM Reception Libraries Learn more about the Information Literacy strand 5:00 - 6:00 PM and what it looks like in practice in a campus 6:00 - 7:30 PM library, as we discuss how to make the location, African American library directors, African #CR316 evaluation, communication, and ethical use of American Studies professors and librarians Latino Caucus Round Table Social information into a measurable, sustainable part weigh in on the state of African American of our library programs. 5:00 - 6:00 PM librarians and librarianship in the age of digital technology, graying of the profession, adapting Elizabeth Philippi, Texas State Library & Join us for a fun professional networking event Archives Commission; and Sonja Schulz, where you can make connections and build your new library skills, and the shift from brick and Nacogdoches ISD. network! mortar buildings to virtual spaces. TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. LATINO CAUCUS ROUND TABLE. James Conyers, University of Houston; Kimberly Gay, Prairie View A&M University; Rebecca Hankins, Texas A&M University; Sonja Hayes, Greenhill School, (Addison, TX); and Rhea Lawson, Houston Public Library. BLACK CAUCUS ROUND TABLE.

JOIN THE TEXAS LIBRARY ASSOCIATION FOR ALL CONFERENCE READS! All Conference Reads will focus on the Highway 59 series by Texas native, Attica Locke. The conference will offer multiple opportunities to engage with Bluebird, Bluebird and Heaven, My Home, culminating in a discussion with the author to close out the 2021 Conference. More information will be shared soon!

61 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 Saturday, April 24 Programs & Events SCHEDULE | SATURDAY

All sessions are open to all attendees, unless otherwise noted. LEGEND President’s Program CPE#L102: SBEC 0.5 CPE#LC407: SBEC 1.0 Session Type General Session III A Beautiful Darkness: YA Dark Found next to event number 9:00 - 10:00 AM Fantasy Linda Sue Park is the CR – Chat Room 10:15 - 11:15 AM Live Zoom rooms, with video, for author of the Newbery Explore the shadow side of YA fantasy as scheduled socials and events Medal-winning A Single authors discuss works of dark fantasy that draw Shard and the best-seller readers into their spell! L – Live A Long Walk to Water. Nafiza Azad, Simon & Schuster; Leigh Live broadcasts Linda Sue will discuss her Bardugo and A.M. Strickland, Macmillan LC – Live Chat latest novel, the highly praised Prairie Lotus, a Children’s Publishing; Zoraida Cordova, Little Prerecorded sessions followed middle-grade historical novel about a half-Asian Brown & Company; J. Elle, Simon & Schuster; by a live chat girl growing up in a small town in the U.S. in Rachel Griffin, Sourcebooks; and Liselle 1880. She’ll also discuss her upcoming work; The Sambury, Simon & SchusterYoung Adult OD – On Demand One Thing You’d Save. When she’s not writing, Round Table. Prerecorded sessions available to view any time speaking, teaching, or caregiving for her two grandchildren, she spends most of her time CPE#QA442: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 QA – Video Q&A on equity/inclusion work for We Need Diverse 10:15 - 11:15 AM Prerecorded sessions followed Books and the Society of Children’s Books Bridging Two Worlds: Children of by a live video question and Writers and Illustrators. Immigrants in Middle Grade Fiction answer period Linda Sue Park, author. In addition to the normal concerns of childhood Continuing Professional 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. and adolescence, children of immigrants face Education Credits the challenges of maintaining ties to their CPE#L264: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#L335: SBEC 2.0 parents and culture of their countries of origin Teacher Day @ TLA while also trying to fit into the American world. Event State Board TX State Library & By Invitation Only How do middle grade depictions of children Number for Educator Archives Commission 10:00 - 12:00 PM of immigrants—children who are born and & Session Certification raised in the U.S., yet often feel different from Type Librarian-sponsored classroom teachers will have the opportunity to learn more about their peers—help teach readers about the the value of teacher/librarian collaboration experiences of their fellow students and how through specially designed activities, including they are similar and different from their own? All programs will be recorded and conference sessions, guest speakers, and other Ernesto Cisneros, Quill Tree Books/ available through June 22, 2021 engaging activities at this popular event. HarperCollins; Jessica Kim, Kokila/Penguin Random House; and Rajani LaRocca, Yellow Varian Johnson, Scholastic Jacket/Little Bee Books and Quill Tree Books/ TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. HarperCollins 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE CPE#L344: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#LC396: SBEC 1.0 Auditing our School A Conversation with Library Space and Neal Shusterman Program with an 10:15 - 11:15 AM Equity Lens The always-charismatic 10:15 - 11:15 AM Neal Shusterman joins Take an intense look at us to talk about his latest your school library space, work. Neal is the New York collection, policies, and lessons to begin to Times best-selling author identify strategies for change. Participants will of over thirty novels for children, teens, and leave with realistic ideas and plans for building adults. He won the 2015 National Book Award more inclusive spaces and programs. for Young People’s Literature for Challenger Julie Stivers, Wake County Public Schools Deep. His novel, Scythe, was a 2017 Michael L. (NC). Printz Honor book and is in development with TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Universal Studios as a feature film. His novel, Unwind, has become part of the literary canon in many school districts across the country and has won more than thirty domestic and international awards. He co-wrote his most recent novel, Dry, with his son Jarrod, and in addition to being on numerous award lists, Dry

Texas Library Association | 62 is currently in development with Paramount a study about the prevalence of this condition CPE#QA193: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Pictures. His upcoming novel, Game Changer, is in academic librarianship will explain how to Giving All Teens a Voice for Social in development with Netflix as a TV series, and recognize anxiety and share structural and Change he is co-writing the pilot episode. individual solutions. 10:15 - 11:15 AM Neal Shusterman, Harper Collins Childrens. Britt Fagerheim and Kacy Lundstrom, Utah Teens want their voices heard. Learn how YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. State University. librarians that work with teens can build 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE, COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY relationships with teens, support them as they CPE#LC432: SBEC 1.0 LIBRARIES DIVISION, AND LIBRARY INSTRUCTION ROUND TABLE. take risks and empower them to share their An OCLC Update: Connecting with voices. Your Library Cooperative CPE#LC223: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Nikki Hunter, Harris County Public Library; 10:15 - 11:15 AM Innovative Technology Grants to Beth Keene, Cyfair ISD; Allison Vaughan, Klein ISD; and Michelle Walker, Conroe ISD. OCLC is a global library cooperative. Learn about Improve Engagement OCLC products and services, get an introduction 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. SCHEDULE | SATURDAY SCHEDULE | SATURDAY 10:15 - 11:15 AM to OCLC Wise - the first community engagement Hear how a school librarian received an system for public libraries, and hear a review CPE#LC440: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Innovative Technology grant to purchase virtual of recent projects conducted by the OCLC Grants Funding 101: Finding, reality (VR) machines, gears, and drones for Research and WebJunction teams. Applying, and Managing Successful instruction. Learn about the steps of the grant Suzanne Butte and Jeff Scott, OCLC. Grants process and how the program improved student 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. engagement 10:15 - 11:15 AM Cathy Ash and Aaron Murphy, Round Rock This program will cover the steps crucial CPE#L354: SBEC 1.0 ISD to success in obtaining grant funding, from Authors for Your Book Club YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. planning and research, through writing, 10:15 - 11:15 AM submission, and follow-up. Stymied about what your book club might CPE#LC123: SBEC 1.0 Tanya Allen, Dallas Public Library. like to read? Searching for books suitable for Forty+ Years of the Texas 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. discussion? Authors will share information on Bluebonnet Award: Where it’s Been their new titles that will spark conversation and Where it’s Going CPE#QA390: SBEC 1.0 among your members. Leading with Purpose: Discover TLA 10:15 - 11:15 AM Justin Deabler, St. Martin’s Publishing Leadership Institute Opportunities The Texas Bluebonnet Award (TBA) celebrated Group, Macmillan Publishers; Gabriela and Benefits Garcia, Flatiron Books, Macmillan its 40th anniversary in 2020. Current and past Publishers; Zakiya Harris, Atria Books; Casey TBA Coordinators will discuss the program’s 10:15 - 11:15 AM McQuiston, St. Martin’s Publishing Group, rich history, how it has changed and where it is Learn about the range of leadership Macmillan; Kim Powers, Disney. headed in the future. development opportunities available within TLA PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. Jacqueline Bridges-Sheppherd, Texas as a panel of former participants discuss how Bluebonnet Award Program; Debbie these programs have shaped their leadership CPE#QA221: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Garza, Midland County Public Library; and roles within TLA and their careers. Coping with Teaching Anxiety as an Mary Jo Humphreys, retired, former TBA Helen Chou, Houston Public Library; Brandi Coordinator. Academic Librarian Dawson, Lewisville ISD; Debbie Garza, 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Midland County Public Library; Peace 10:15 - 11:15 AM Ossom-Williamson, University of Texas - Both new and experienced librarians Arlington. experience teaching anxiety and its physical TALL TEXANS ROUND TABLE AND LEADERSHIP and psychological symptoms. The authors of DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.

Librarian-sponsored classroom teachers will have the opportunity to learn more about the value of teacher/librarian collaboration through specially- designed activities, including conference sessions, guest speakers, and other engaging activities at this popular SATURDAY, APRIL 24 event sponsored by the Texas Association of School Librarians. 10:00AM – 12:00PM By Invitation Only txla.org/teacher-day

63 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#QA324: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Wexler, Wednesday Books, Macmillan. students his creative process. He currently SCHEDULE | SATURDAY Library 24/7/365: How to Promote teaches the first children’s book writing course YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. Your Program to Families at Home at Columbia University and in 2008, First Lady, 10:15 - 11:15 AM Laura Bush commissioned him to illustrate the CPE#LC392: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 How can we promote and sustain our library White House holiday brochure. Catalanotto Are You Ready? Planning for program online, not only in times of quarantine stresses the importance of books that illuminate Intellectual Freedom Challenges and at-home schooling, but on a regular basis? diversity and believes it’s essential for stories to 1:45 - 2:45 PM How can we ensure our library resources are show what people from all over the world have Are you prepared for challenges in your accessible and meet the diverse family needs in common. library? From reporting to creating policies and and interests of all types of readers? After the Peter Catalanotto, author and illustrator. procedures to follow when challenges occur, be school day ends, all students and their families 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND CHILDREN’S ROUND ready to defend intellectual freedom and defeat deserve equitable access to online tools for TABLE. censorship. reading, research, games and fun activities, and Kristin Pekoll, American Library Association. CPE#LC358: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 librarian support to continue their relationship INTELLECTUAL FREEDOM COMMITTEE, PUBLIC LIBRARIES with the library. Using Multi-Modal Texts to Develop DIVISION, AND TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES Keris Christie-Law, University of North Listening, Speaking, Reading, COMMISSION. Texas; Brooke Corso, Houston ISD; Tracy Writing and Thinking Skills Frey, McAllen ISD; and Paige Miller, Houston 10:15 - 11:15 AM CPE#LC350: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 ISD. The new ELAR TEKS emphasize the use of Beyond Student Library Aides: TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. diverse texts in various formats. Learn about Creating Ambassadors for Your the different mediums and create lessons for Library CPE#LC266: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 students of various learning styles to show 1:45 - 2:45 PM Make and Take: Crafting and Maker proficiency through print, digital, oral, and Empower students to make them stewards and Programs for Adults graphic projects. TexQuest resources will be ambassadors of their libraries. Learn how to 10:15 - 11:15 AM featured. instill leadership and customer service skills that Programming librarians share a variety of Angie Cooper, Anna Silva and Jennifer Smith, will benefit students beyond the library doors. successful creation programs for adults including East Central ISD. April Scott and Jamie Jensen, Northwest ISD; popular craft projects, low-tech creation, and TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Wenndy Pray, Sharyland ISD. makerspace programs. Discover sources TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION for program ideas and get tips for running a CPE#L336: SBEC 0.75 AND 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. successful program on a variety of budgets. Texas Bluebonnet Award Author Kelly Brouillard, Lewisville Public Library, Session CPE#CR438: SBEC 1.0 Crystal Hicks, Nacogdoches Public Library, 12:15 - 1:00 PM Birds of a Feather Faria Matin, Mansfield Public Library, and The Texas Bluebonnet Award is a nationally 1:45 - 2:45 PM Margaret Miller, Pflugerville Public Library recognized children’s choice award. During this This session brings together librarians from PROGRAMMING FOR ADULTS ROUND TABLE. event, the author and illustrator of the winning unique areas, such as special libraries, libraries Bluebonnet title will share insights on their with solo librarians, or other nontraditional CPE#QA285: SBEC 1.0 writing and will accept this year’s award from settings to discuss interesting collaborations, Move Over Dick and Jane! student representatives. issues, challenges, and trends. Participants are Connecting Beginning Readers to TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. encouraged to bring topics to discuss. Fun Reads SPECIAL LIBRARIES DIVISION. 10:15 - 11:15 AM CPE#LC405: SBEC 1.0 Beginning readers connect children to books A Tale as Old as Time: YA Fairy Tale CPE#LC361: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 and inspire them to become lifelong readers. Retellings Dualing Librarians: Best Practices Authors will discuss some new beginning reader 1:45 - 2:45 PM for Dual-Credit Students titles with real kid appeal! YA authors will weave their magic spell as they 1:45 - 2:45 PM Katherine Applegate, Macmillan Children’s transport you into their fantastical worlds of fairy Librarians working in high school, community Publishing; Jonathan Klassen, Candlewick; tale retellings. college, and four-year college libraries which Greg Pizzoli, Penguin Random House; Mika Melissa Albert, L.L. McKinney, and Anna- serve dual-credit students talk about the role Song, Random House; Raúl the Third, Little Marie McLemore, Macmillan; Kalynn Bayron; libraries and librarians play in ensuring student Brown; Steven Weinberg, Chronicle Books Julie Dao and Maureen Johnson, Disney success with the transition from high school to CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. Publishing Worldwide; and Elizabeth Lim, college. Random House. Mark Allan, Angelo State University; Jillian CPE#QA244: SBEC 1.0 YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. Defore, Howard College; Claire Hogg, San Seeing Other’s Perspectives Angelo ISD; and Kimberly Wirth, Angelo Through Children’s Literature CPE#LC409: SBEC 1.0 State University 10:15 - 11:15 AM All in Your Head: Teen Mental COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES DIVISION. The author and illustrator of the popular Monkey Health Issues in YA Lit CPE#LC451: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 & Robot series for emerging readers, Peter 1:45 - 2:45 PM Catalanotto has written/illustrated 49 books for Join us for a discussion with authors whose Empowering Our Global and children, including Ivan the Terrier and Emily’s YA novels promote empathy over stigma when Local Communities: Activities Art. He has illustrated for some wonderful dealing with teens and mental health issues. by the Members of the Chinese writers, including Mary Pope Osborne, Joanne Joy McCollough, Penguin; Katarina Spears, American Librarians Association Ryder, Megan McDonald, George Ella Lyon and Macmillan; Francisco X. Stork, Scholastic; 1:45 - 2:45 PM Robert Burleigh. Since 1990, he’s visited over Julie Walton, Lewisville ISD; and Jennie Are you interested in learning more about 1500 elementary schools in 40 states showing

Texas Library Association | 64 the Chinese American Librarians Association CPE#QA400: SBEC 1.0 (CALA), an Ethnic Affiliate of the American Spirit of Texas Reading List Library Association and a National Association 1:45 - 2:45 PM of Librarians of Color? This session will highlight Spirit of Texas (SPOT) is a recommended reading various voices and experiences that connect list developed by public and school librarians to CALA’s mission and values. CALA members Sharon Flake Tami Charles from the Young Adult Round Table which will share how they responded to COVID-19 encourages students in grades 6-12 to explore locally from different perspectives across library CPE#LC404: SBEC 1.0 a variety of current, quality books from Texas types and how they responded to the anti-Asian Marginalized Voices Rise Up: A authors and illustrators. Join us for a discussion sentiment arising from COVID-19. Learn about Conversation with Sharon Flake and by past and present SPOT reading list authors. the benefits of being part of a global library Tami Charles Samantha Mabry, Algonquin Books; and Rex association. 1:45 - 2:45 PM Ogle, Norton Young Readers. Wenli Gao, University of Houston; Michael Renowned author Sharon G. Flake discusses YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE.

SCHEDULE | SATURDAY SCHEDULE | SATURDAY Bailou Huang, Stony Brook University (NY); writing strong characters from marginalized Raymond Pun, Alder Graduate School communities over her lifetime, and her latest YA CPE#LC243: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 of Education (CA); Lian Ruan, University novel, The Life I’m In. Flake has published many of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Hong TexQuest: It’s Elementary Yao, Queens Public Library; and Fu Zhuo, YA novels, including the well-known classic 1:45 - 2:45 PM University of Missouri. The Skin I’m In, which was recently reissued It’s never too early for students to explore using CHINESE AMERICAN LIBRARIANS ASSOCIATION. in a 20th anniversary edition. Tami Charles is vetted digital materials. Join a roundtable of the New York Times bestselling author of the elementary librarians to discuss the resources CPE#QA308: SBEC 1.0 children’s book All Because You Matter, an ode available in TexQuest for student investigations Fight the Good Fight! Social Justice to black and brown children everywhere, full of and accommodations, how they integrate in hope and assurance. Nonfiction for Children the K-5 curriculum, how they can be used in the Sharon G. Flake and Tami Charles, Scholastic digital classroom, and the challenges of PD and 1:45 - 2:45 PM Press. promotion at the elementary level. Get inspired, and get ready for change, as YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. nonfiction book creators whose books have Desiree Benavides, Harlandale ISD; and Norma Gutierrez, Education Service Center a social justice theme share their stories and CPE#LC333: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 - Region 20. inspiration. School Librarians Surfing the 6 Cs TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION Ekua Holmes, artist and illustrator; Michael with Wakelet AND TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. Long, Algonquin Young Readers; Karyn Parsons and Don Tate, Little Brown Books for 1:45 - 2:45 PM CPE#QA219: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Young Readers; and Evan Turk, ABRAMS The Learn how Wakelet can be used to address Art of Books. the 6 Cs of 21st Century Learning: curation, Think Inside the Box: Equity, CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. collaboration, communication, creativity, critical Access, and Innovation with Kits thinking, and citizenship. Wakelet can be used 1:45 - 2:45 PM CPE#LC301: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 for sharing lesson resources with students, Learn how to budget, create and track a I Learned to Hate Racism in the creating reading logs, hosting virtual reading circulating STEM kits system designed to provide Library; The Power of Literature to clubs, providing a platform for digital breakouts, equitable program and outreach offerings for Change Hearts building digital portfolios, developing teacher public libraries in any community. Maximize tight professional development, sending newsletters - budgets while providing the same quality of 1:45 - 2:45 PM and so much more! programming to all libraries in a service area. Many of us met the first person who was Sherry Gick, Five Star Technology Solutions; Rebecca Denham, Houston Public Library. “different” from us in the pages of a book, and Kristina Holzweiss, Bay Shore Middle School YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE. it changed the way we felt forever. Join us for a (NY); Shannon Miller, Van Meter Community frank discussion on the importance of including School (IA); Deborah Zeman, Coppell ISD. CPE#QA294: SBEC 1.0 diverse literature in all classrooms and libraries TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. - even when the community is not diverse. Thrills and Chills for Kids! 1:45 - 2:45 PM Attendees will be encouraged to consider and CPE#LC292: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Children’s authors describe new scary books share their own experiences and personal Science and Library Collaboration criteria for book selection, as well as methods that will give readers thrills and chills. for a Curriculum Aligned for sharing resources with students and teachers Sayantani DasGupta, Scholastic; Kyle Lukoff, on their campus. Makerspace Penguin Young Readers; Christian McKay Emerson Hamsa, Rice University; Margie 1:45 - 2:45 PM Heidicker, Macmillan Children’s Publishing; Longoria, Mission Consolidated ISD; and Learn how one district implemented science- Tehlor Kay Mejia, Disney Publishing Jessica Robbins, Aransas County ISD. library collaboration to teach 3-8 Science TEKS, Worldwide; and Kenneth Oppel, Random House Children’s Books. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. the maker mentality, and critical thinking. Hear about the 50+ challenges created, planned, and CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. taught between science classroom teachers and their campus librarian. CPE#LC232: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Rhia Johnson and D’Anne Mosby, Wylie ISD. Working Together: Reading and the TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. Texas School Library Standards 1:45 - 2:45 PM Discuss key points in the Texas School Library Standards strands that support the new ELAR TEKS. Review a crosswalk for the standards and the new ELAR TEKS and how this tool can be

65 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 used to support teachers and students. Reading patrons together during cultural appreciation SCHEDULE | SATURDAY is a foundation, let us build a strong house on it. months, and more. Donna Kearley, Denton ISD; and Elizabeth Christine Carter and Jennifer Freeman, Philippi,Texas State Library & Archives Round Rock ISD. Commission. YOUNG ADULT ROUND TABLE AND TEXAS ASSOCIATION TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION.

CPE#LC363: SBEC 1.0 CPE#L103: SBEC 1.0 You CAN Handle the Truth: Closing Keynote: All Nonfiction Authors Conference Read 1:45 - 2:45 PM 3:00 - 4:00 PM Hear about upcoming nonfiction releases from TLA 2021 closes with Texas’ debut and best-selling authors. own Attica Locke, author A’Lelia Bundles, journalist and author; of Bluebird, Bluebird and Caseen Gaines, author; and Michael Koresky, Heaven, My Home. Her Hanover Square Press. books examine themes PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. of race and injustice and during this session, we will discuss what that means for the work CPE#LC227: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 librarians do every day. You Do THAT in the Library? Attica Locke, Hachette Book Group Programming That Works for 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Secondary School Libraries 1:45 - 2:45 PM Exhibitor Giveaways & Get ideas for unique and exciting programming Closing Ceremony ideas, from partnering with local businesses to provide “adulting” classes to sharing common 4:00 - 4:30 PM passions during Hogwarts Week, to bringing

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CPE#OD431: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 LEGEND Accessible Websites: More than a Checklist Learn how to develop ADA-compliant LibGuides, websites and other online President’s Program resources. Explore how fonts, links, alt text, images, and open source tools Session Type support accessibility. Found next to event number Margaret Dawson, Texas A&M University - Central Texas; and Genaro Medrano and Bailey Smith, Texas A&M University - Kingsville CR – Chat Room REFERENCE AND INFORMATION SERVICES ROUND TABLE. Live Zoom rooms, with video, for scheduled socials and events CPE#OD278: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 L – Live Advocating to Your Stakeholders: Making the Most of Live broadcasts Social Media LC – Live Chat If you are already doing social media and want to elevate your game, this is Prerecorded sessions followed the session for you! We’ll talk about how Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook by a live chat target different audiences and how to craft social media messages for each audience you want to reach. OD – On Demand Prerecorded sessions available to Heather Hornor, Richardson ISD; and Brooke King, Humble ISD. view any time INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY ROUND TABLE.

QA – Video Q&A CPE#OD388: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Prerecorded sessions followed App Smash and Share by a live video question and Worried that smashing apps is hard? It’s not! Learn how to use multiple apps answer period to create a one-of-a-kind product. Continuing Professional Courtney Loper George and Misty Dawn Shea, Keller ISD Education Credits INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY ROUND TABLE. CPE#L264: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#OD312: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Event State Board TX State Library & The Basics of Video Creation Number for Educator Archives Commission Videos are a wonderful tool for enriching the virtual library experience and & Session Certification Type providing help for diverse learners. In this lab, attendees will learn the basic structure of video creation, how to draft scripts, and how to use creation tools such as screencasts, narration, captioning, and transitions. Brooke Corso, Houston ISD All programs will be recorded and INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY ROUND TABLE. available through June 22, 2021 CPE#OD246: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Books + Reading + Music = Love Learn how librarians are incorporating music to increase student engagement and excitement and build strong reading communities. Kids adore songs and music inspired by picture books and build social emotional skills by connecting with characters in the books and songs. Dayna Collings and Emily Gardner, Round Rock ISD . CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE.

CPE#OD211: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Bringing Visibility to Afro-Latinx Stories Renowned civil rights leader Mario Marcel Salas will lead a conversation about the complexity of racial identity among Latinos, discuss why Black and Latinx are often incorrectly seen as mutually exclusive, and provide a current discourse on race and ethnicity. Ana Frade, Houston Public Library; and Mario Marcel Salas, University of Texas at San Antonio LATINO CAUCUS ROUND TABLE.

CPE#OD127: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Building a Diverse Library Collection Diverse collections in school libraries and classroom libraries encourage inclusion. Learn how to build a diverse classroom library and school library,

67 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#OD198: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 by auditing your collections for diversity and discover sources to find diverse PROGRAMS ON DEMAND reading materials for students. eSports for the Win! Felicia Morgan and Tania Castillo, Clear Creek ISD; Velda Hunter, Learn how to bring eSports, the competitive wing of electronic gaming, into Houston ISD; and Nicole Morales your library, the benefits it brings, and how it can be used to provide socially 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. distanced drive-in programs for your young adult population. Dianne Connery, Pottsboro Library CPE#OD331: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. Census Extravaganza: New Platform, Data, and Tools Hear about the new census platform and learn how to access demographic #OD272 and economic data. Participants will also discover surveys, data tools and Exhibit Hall Tour tables outside of data.census.gov. Take a look at the TLA 2021 Virtual Exhibit Hall, hear from exhibitors, and Susana Privett, Census Bureau. check out the exciting features. GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS ROUND TABLE. Maren Metzner NEW MEMBERS ROUND TABLE. CPE#OD139: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Cosplay: It’s Fun for Everyone! CPE#OD210: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 A non-profit cosplay group will share how to promote inclusivity and positive Finding Quality Latinx Children’s Books self-esteem in your programs by using characters from literature and pop Presenters will share booktalks on authentic Latinx children’s literature. culture to create costumes or develop unique individual characters. Discover must have Latinx children’s books and learn relevant collection Noelle Hargis-Milford, Natalie Haro, Emma Okichich, and Jamie development tips and tricks. Valkoff, Excelsior Cosplay; Shannan Prukop, San Antonio Public Ellen Flores, Aldine ISD; Elizabeth Ibarra Gaylor, Ardmore Public Library; and Josh Wilson, Canyon ISD Library; and Ana Menchaca, San Antonio Public Library. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE.

CPE#OD310: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#OD207: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Create an Accessible Virtual Library Using Google Sites Finding Quality Latinx Middle Grade and YA Lit School librarians will learn how to use Google Sites to create a website Explore books and publishers that are reshaping Latinx literature for middle that can be embedded across different learning platforms. Learn how to grade and young adults. Confront stereotypes and learn how to choose the assemble basic building blocks, create sections, and set up activities. best books to meet the needs of your patrons. Brooke Corso, Houston ISD Zinnia Bayardo, Northside ISD; Darci Huete Burroughs, Clear Creek INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY ROUND TABLE. ISD; Julissa Kyle, Elgin ISD; and Nelly Manzetti, La Joya ISD. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. CPE#OD166: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Creating a Digital Media Lab CPE#OD389: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Digital Media Labs provide opportunities to build advanced digital literacy How to be a TokStar Librarian! skills and offer avenues for creativity and preservation. Learn how libraries Learn how to use the app TikTok to enhance the library media experience, have built labs, what equipment and software is needed, how it differs from connect with students through common experiences and advocate for the a makerspace, and tips to create your own. media program and your students. Kelly Brouillard, Lewisville Public Library; and Phuong Tran, Harris Amanda Hunt, New Braunfels ISD; and Andrea Keller, Irving ISD County Public Library INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY ROUND TABLE. PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. CPE#OD184: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#OD175: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Integrated Library Systems Lightning Round: Cool Hacks Creating Persuasive Presentations with Texas Public to Enhance Services Library Data Librarians who use a wide range of integrated library systems share their Learn how to create charts, presentations and reports with the Texas Public service-extending mashups. Libraries Annual Report data that will resonate with public library patrons and Ty Beauchamp, Harris County Public Library; Mike Lampkin, Houston financial stakeholders. Public Library; Kevin Marsh, Copperas Cove Public Library; Somer Valicia Greenwood, Texas State Library & Archives Commission. Newland, Pasadena Public Library; Michael Pullin, University of North PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION AND TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. Texas Health Science Center; and Edward Veal, McKinney Public Library CPE#OD381: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Designing Your Memory Lab: Lessons from DIY Personal Archive Digitization Lab CPE#OD157: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Attendees will be introduced to the concept of Memory Labs, inspired by the A Journey in Embedded Librarianship Memory Lab Network. Presenters will discuss the successes and challenges Two former K-12 educators discuss their collaborative journey in the in establishing Memory Labs and provide resources to guide attendees academic setting and outline their future plans. They will delve into the interested in establishing their own labs to empower the community to unique aspects of embedded librarianship (in person and online) from the digitally preserve their own photos and media. perspective of the librarian and from that of the professor. Siobhan Hagan, Memory Lab Network, The District of Columbia Public Francis Goode and Kelly Hoppe, West Texas A&M University Library; and Matthew Richardson, Houston Public Library LIBRARY INSTRUCTION ROUND TABLE. 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. CPE#OD376: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Launching a Library-Focused Quality Enhancement Plan Learn how to make your library an active and integral part of your institution’s Quality Enhancement Plan from librarians who have successfully

Texas Library Association | 68 advocated for a library-focused plan or enhanced their non-library centered be flexible, capitalize on staff talents and interests, and utilize supplies you plan through library involvement. already own. Ashley Crane, Sam Houston State University; Kimberly Gay, Prairie Rachel Yzaguirre, Plano Public Library View A&M University; and Brian Loft, Sam Houston State University. PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. LIBRARY INSTRUCTION ROUND TABLE. CPE#OD130: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 CPE#OD135: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Newcomer’s Guide to Podcasting Learn About TROPY: A Free Tool for Organizing Personal Thinking about a podcast? No idea where to start? School librarians will Digital Archives share how to get started, give an overview of resources, and share how they Get an introduction to a free, easy-to-use tool for archiving your digital files, use podcasts to connect with students, faculty, and their peers. They will also from historical documents to financial records and family photos. pass along tips and tricks they wish they’d known. Emily Vinson and Mary Manning, University of Houston Darci Burroughs, Shirley Dickey, Erin Logan, and Katrina Zannier, 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE, ARCHIVES, GENEALOGY AND LOCAL HISTORY ROUND TABLE, Clear Creek ISD

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#OD274 CPE#OD115: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Learn How to Navigate Conference Successfully Pay Attention: Engaging Adults During Storytime New to TLA? Want to know more about how to best navigate our virtual It’s hard enough keeping kids’ attention during storytime, but what about conference? Learn tips and tricks on maximizing your experience. when the caregivers are misbehaving? Learn ways to address this behavior Daniel Burgard, University of North Texas Health Science Center; and and create an atmosphere geared toward modeling instead of correcting Christina Gola, University of Houston behaviors. NEW MEMBERS ROUND TABLE. Leigh Kapsos, Grapevine Public Library; and Kansas Terry, Haltom City Public Library. CPE#OD240: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION AND CHILDREN’S ROUND TABLE. Learn to Data Wrangle with OpenRefine OpenRefine is a powerful, free open source tool for working with messy CPE#OD420: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 data: cleaning it; transforming it from one format into another; and extending POW! BAM! Connect with Teens by Starting a Comic Con it with web services and external data. Learn tips and tricks to help you develop a comic-con style event to promote Emily Nimsakont, Amigos Library Services inclusivity in your teen community. INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY ROUND TABLE. Barbie Love, Alvin ISD; Sara Pavone and Christina Taylor, Round Rock ISD; and Stephanie Williamson, Brazoria County Library System CPE#OD371: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Legal Issues in Public Libraries An attorney will share valuable information on how Texas laws and CPE#OD373: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 local requirements regulate areas that affect public libraries, including The Power of Art Partnership: A Story of a Successful voter registration, raffles, bingo, and service animals. so that you don’t Community Engagement Initiative unknowingly breaking the law in your library. A collaboration between a community library, community college, and school Danielle Folsom, Assistant City Attorney, City of Houston district to promote local student art developed into an essential mechanism 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. for building a vibrant, inspired, and engaged community. Learn about the practical steps to create similar partnerships. CPE#OD276: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Janna Hoglund, Harris County Public Library; J.D. Janda, Tomball ISD; Library Programming with STEAM-powered Lee Ann Nutt, Lone Star College-Tomball. Animatronics PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. Hear about a multi-disciplinary school library program that combines humanities and animatronics to teach students everything from script writing CPE#OD236: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 and puppetry to set decoration and engineering design. The Power to Empower: Sharing the Library Vision with Abbie Cornelius, Trinity Valley School Support Staff INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY ROUND TABLE. Empower support staff to better understand librarianship and professional development that impacts the programming, collection development, CPE#OD131: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 reference services, and technology offered to diverse communities. Looking for Another Good Reading List? Robert Richardson, Houston Public Library; Ben Toon, Irving Public Librarians from several school districts talk about their district-specific Library; and Mary Wagoner, Houston Public Library reading lists and how they researched books, created activities, and LIBRARY SUPPORT STAFF ROUND TABLE, PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION, AND TEXAS STATE encouraged read-alouds. LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. Pamala Bennett, Clear Creek ISD; Megan Casas, Mary Maddan, and Raychel Trevino, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD CPE#OD367: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Reading Against Racism: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Initiatives in Readers’ Advisory CPE#OD372: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Learn how to incorporate principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) #MoreThanBooks: Scalable Outreach Programming into your core readers’ advisory services. Panelists will share resources, Take in-library programming on the go! Discover successful tabletop examples, and suggestions for making EDI values a priority for all library activities that take five minutes or less, such as littleBits Spin Art and musical staff. instruments, which work well at fast-paced events like open houses. Learn Halle Eisenman, NoveList; Linda Stevens, Harris County Public Library. how to connect with community partners to offer longer classes, such as PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION AND ACQUISITIONS AND COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT ROUND Bullet Journaling and digital literacy. Leave knowing how to empower staff to TABLE

69 | Texas Library Journal WINTER 2020 CPE#OD271: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 award, Media Virtual Presence (MVP) award, and LIS scholarships. Learn PROGRAMS ON DEMAND Research Says Encourage Creativity and Doodling in the what creates a winning program! Classroom Kristi Starr, Lubbock ISD Flexible thinking and creative problem solving are skills needed in society TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. but can be lost in our test-driven world. Come learn about how sketchnoting taps into students’ inner-creative and the neuroscientific research that #OD273 supports its use. TLA 101 Karin Perry and Holly Weimar, Sam Houston State University Curious about the difference between a division, district, and round table? INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY ROUND TABLE. Are you interested in becoming more involved with TLA but unsure how to get started? Learn how to make the most of your TLA membership and get CPE#OD216: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 ideas for becoming a more active TLA member. Reflections on Leadership: Inside the Role of Latino Daniel Burgard, University of North Texas Health Science Center; Library Leaders Christina Gola, University of Houston; and Jennifer LaBoon, Infobase Join this plática focusing on the experiences and journeys of celebrated Learning Latino library leaders to learn how they represent and advocate for Latino NEW MEMBERS ROUND TABLE. communities effectively. Nora Galvan, Pharr San Juan Alamo ISD; Ramiro Salazar, San Antonio CPE#OD436: SBEC 1.0 Public Library; Priscilla Suarez, McAllen Public Library. Texas Youth Creators Award Ceremony LATINO CAUCUS ROUND TABLE AND TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION. The Texas Youth Creators Award promotes excellence in amateur media production and is open to school-aged children in Texas. Be inspired by the #OD437 creativity and expertise demonstrated by this year’s winners. Scholarly Forum: Contributed Papers Presentations TEXAS YOUTH CREATORS AWARD COMMITTEE. Join us to hear about new research and scholarship from your library colleagues. Presented papers will be published in the 2021 Texas Library CPE#OD356: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Journal Special Summer issue. Two Heads are Better Than One: The Power of Library 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. Instructional Partnerships Library and information technology educators share library/classroom CPE#OD348: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 partnerships that improve student achievement, enhance lesson planning, Socially Distanced but Still Connected: School Libraries increase instructional support, ramp up engagement, and promote the in Action library program. Successful student projects will be shared. This fast-paced discussion will demonstrate the many ways school libraries Judy Boone and Erica Hoyt, Richardson ISD advocate for students’ academic and social and emotional needs during TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. social distancing. Learn about innovative programs and activities that connect campus stakeholders even when we are separated. CPE#OD132: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Patrick Adams, Caroline Carr, Cindy Rich, Misty Shea, Jonathan Thorn Using Closed Captioning to Make AV Resources and Audrey Wilson-Youngblood, Keller ISD. Accessible TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION. An audio-visual (AV) archivist discusses the importance of closed captioning in making AV materials accessible to people with vision or hearing CPE#OD133: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 impairments. Learn about tools for a variety of budgets that can be used to Student Clubs Sponsored by the School Library create captioning and how they have been used at various institutions. Ever thought about engaging students by starting and sponsoring a student Emily Vinson, University of Houston. club? Hear from fellow school librarians who are successfully sponsoring 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE, ARCHIVES, GENEALOGY AND LOCAL HISTORY ROUND TABLE, student clubs such as a Royal Scribblers Writing Club, a Photography Club, AND DIGITAL LIBRARIES ROUND TABLE. and a Makerspace Club. Receive ideas, tips, and resources to sponsor a club by your school library. CPE#OD357: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 Michelle Brookover and Nicole Transou, Clear Creek ISD; and Shannon Using Zines to Forge Community Connections Brumley-Monreal and Kaitlyn Carpenter, Fort Bend ISD Explore how San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) created new channels of 2021 PROGRAM COMMITTEE. communication with library users and harnessed the creative energy of staff by using zines (pronounced ZEENS) -- handmade, small-circulation CPE#OD315: SBEC 1.0; TSLAC 1.0 publications. Surviving Year One: Reflections from New School Emma Christina Hernández, San Antonio Public Library Librarians PUBLIC LIBRARIES DIVISION. School librarians from a large urban district reflect on their unusual first year, addressing developing professional relationships and networks, finding balance, and setting goals. Hear about their experiences, successes, and failures. Trisha Goins, Kate Mancuso, Lilly Monson, and Natalie Wade, Coppell ISD TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DIVISION.

#OD341 Texas Association of School Librarians Award Presentation Join us as we celebrate recipients of the Texas Association of School Librarian’s Distinguished Administrator of the Year award, Shirley Igo PTA

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